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DY05 MJU

2005 Vauxhall Astra · Diesel · 1686cc

Blue Registered in Shrewsbury, Deeside to Shrewsbury · 21 years old

Vehicle summary

MakeVauxhall
ModelAstra
Year2005
FuelDiesel
Engine1686cc
ColourBlue
ULEZ (est.)Likely Non-compliantDiesel pre-2015
Est. Annual Tax£165–£265

ULEZ status is estimated based on fuel type and registration year. It may not reflect the actual emission standard of this vehicle. Check with TfL for a definitive answer.

At a glance

This 2005 Vauxhall Astra Diesel 1686cc has had 13 MOT tests on record, passing 10 and failing 3 (77% pass rate). It has 114,124 miles on the clock, averaging 7,842 miles per year, around the UK average of 7,400. Common Vauxhall Astra issues include central locking door mechanism and passenger compartment wiring connectors.

MOT & Mileage History for DY05 MJU

MOT Status
Due date passed
114,124
Last Mileage
Recorded
13
Total Tests
Since 2008
77%
Pass Rate
10 passed, 3 failed

Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.

3

MOT failures recorded

Out of 13 tests on record
7,842

Average miles/year

Around UK average of 7,400
3

Gaps in MOT history

Periods with no valid MOT — may have been SORN or untaxed

Mileage Analysis

About average
Latest reading114,124 miles
Reading date
Miles last year4,600
Average per year7,842
Mileage consistencyVariable
Mileage over time for DY05 MJU 40k59k77k96k114k '08'17'12

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Full MOT Test History 13 tests on record

PASS
Mileage114,124 miles
Since last MOT+4,600 miles
PASS
Mileage109,524 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage109,524 miles
Since last MOT+3,235 miles
PASS
Mileage106,289 miles
Since last MOT+6,451 miles
PASS
Mileage99,838 miles
Since last MOT+3,974 miles
PASS
Mileage95,864 miles
Since last MOT+11,685 miles
PASS
Mileage84,179 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage84,179 miles
Since last MOT+13,413 miles
PASS
Mileage70,766 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage70,766 miles
Since last MOT+12,474 miles
PASS
Mileage58,292 miles
Since last MOT+8,676 miles
PASS
Mileage49,616 miles
Since last MOT+9,136 miles
PASS
Mileage40,480 miles

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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

RegistrationDY05 MJU
MakeVauxhall
ModelAstra
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1686cc
Year2005
First registered
Area codeDY — Shrewsbury, Deeside to Shrewsbury
Age identifier05 — March 2005 to August 2005

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About DY05 MJU

What car is DY05 MJU?

DY05 MJU is a blue Vauxhall Astra, diesel (1686cc). First registered in Shrewsbury in 2005.

What is the mileage of DY05 MJU?

The last recorded mileage for DY05 MJU was 114,124 miles, recorded on 7 Aug 2017 during its most recent MOT test.

Has DY05 MJU passed its MOT?

DY05 MJU has had 13 MOT tests with a 77% pass rate (10 passes, 3 failures). It last passed on 7 Aug 2017.

Is DY05 MJU ULEZ compliant?

Based on its fuel type and registration year, DY05 MJU is likely not ULEZ compliant. As a diesel vehicle registered in 2005, it typically does not meet the Euro 6 emission standard required. This is an estimate — confirm with TfL's ULEZ checker.

How old is DY05 MJU?

DY05 MJU is approximately 21 years old. Age identifier 05 means registered between 1 March 2005 and 31 August 2005.