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At a glance
This 2005 Vauxhall Astra Petrol 1796cc has had 13 MOT tests on record, passing 11 and failing 2 (85% pass rate). It has 179,482 miles on the clock, averaging 11,505 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 DN05 WXW
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Mileage Analysis
Above average| Latest reading | 179,482 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 7,834 |
| Average per year | 11,505 |
| Mileage consistency | Consistent |
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Full MOT Test History 13 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 | DN05 WXW |
| Make | Vauxhall |
| Model | Astra |
| Colour | Silver |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1796cc |
| Year | 2005 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | DN — Shrewsbury, Deeside to Shrewsbury |
| Age identifier | 05 — March 2005 to August 2005 |
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About DN05 WXW
What car is DN05 WXW?
DN05 WXW is a silver Vauxhall Astra, petrol (1796cc). First registered in Shrewsbury in 2005.
What is the mileage of DN05 WXW?
The last recorded mileage for DN05 WXW was 179,482 miles, recorded on 30 Apr 2019 during its most recent MOT test.
Has DN05 WXW passed its MOT?
DN05 WXW has had 13 MOT tests with an 85% pass rate (11 passes, 2 failures). It last passed on 30 Apr 2019.
Is DN05 WXW ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, DN05 WXW 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 DN05 WXW?
DN05 WXW is approximately 21 years old. Age identifier 05 means registered between 1 March 2005 and 31 August 2005.