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At a glance
This 2005 Vauxhall Astra Petrol 1598cc has had 18 MOT tests on record, passing 12 and failing 6 (67% pass rate). It has 210,446 miles on the clock, averaging 16,416 miles per year, above the UK average of 7,400. Common Vauxhall Astra issues include central locking door mechanism and passenger compartment wiring connectors.
MOT & Mileage History for DG05 GKU
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Mileage Analysis
Above average| Latest reading | 210,446 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Average per year | 16,416 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 18 tests on record
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Reported issues for this Vauxhall Astra
These are the most commonly reported problems on Vauxhall Astra models (1998–2009), based on owner reports and workshop data across the UK.
Central locking door mechanism (driver's door microswitches and lock motors)
Microswitches in driver's door wear out, interrupting central locking signal; lock motors seize from dirt/moisture. · Typical repair: £100-250 (switches £20-50, motors £50-100 + labour).
Passenger compartment wiring connectors (transverse harness under carpet, front-rear junction)
Connectors corrode from wet carpets (leaks or spills), causing glitches in electrics/ECUs. · Typical repair: £150-400 (harness section £50-150 + drying/labour; full harness £300+).
Rear brake calipers (seizing/pistons)
Caliper pistons corrode/seize, causing uneven pad wear. · Typical repair: £200-450 per side (caliper £80-150 + discs/pads/labour).
Front suspension wheel bearings (integrated in hubs)
Bearings wear prematurely due to hub design, especially on pothole-heavy UK roads. · Typical repair: £250-500 per side (hub assembly £100-200 + labour/alignment).
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Vehicle Details
| Registration | DG05 GKU |
| Make | Vauxhall |
| Model | Astra |
| Colour | Blue |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1598cc |
| Year | 2005 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | DG — Chester, Deeside to Shrewsbury |
| Age identifier | 05 — March 2005 to August 2005 |
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About DG05 GKU
What car is DG05 GKU?
DG05 GKU is a blue Vauxhall Astra, petrol (1598cc). First registered in Chester in 2005.
What is the mileage of DG05 GKU?
The last recorded mileage for DG05 GKU was 210,446 miles, recorded on 30 Apr 2019 during its most recent MOT test.
Has DG05 GKU passed its MOT?
DG05 GKU has had 18 MOT tests with a 67% pass rate (12 passes, 6 failures). It last passed on 30 Apr 2019.
Is DG05 GKU ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, DG05 GKU is likely not ULEZ compliant. As a petrol vehicle registered in 2005, it typically does not meet the Euro 4 emission standard required. This is an estimate — confirm with TfL's ULEZ checker.
How old is DG05 GKU?
DG05 GKU is approximately 21 years old. Age identifier 05 means registered between 1 March 2005 and 31 August 2005.