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EF05 EVH

2005 Vauxhall Astra · Petrol · 1796cc

Blue Registered in Chelmsford, Essex · 21 years old

Vehicle summary

MakeVauxhall
ModelAstra
Year2005
FuelPetrol
Engine1796cc
ColourBlue
ULEZ (est.)Likely Non-compliantPetrol pre-2006
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 Petrol 1796cc has had 10 MOT tests on record, passing 7 and failing 3 (70% pass rate). It has 72,148 miles on the clock, averaging 6,993 miles per year, below the UK average of 7,400. Common Vauxhall Astra issues include central locking door mechanism and passenger compartment wiring connectors.

MOT & Mileage History for EF05 EVH

MOT Status
Due date passed
72,148
Last Mileage
Recorded
10
Total Tests
Since 2008
70%
Pass Rate
7 passed, 3 failed

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

3

MOT failures recorded

Out of 10 tests on record
6,993

Average miles/year

Below UK average of 7,400
2

Gaps in MOT history

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

Mileage Analysis

Below average
Latest reading72,148 miles
Reading date
Miles last year152
Average per year6,993
Mileage consistencyVariable
Mileage over time for EF05 EVH 11k26k41k57k72k '08'17'15

Check EF05 EVH

Full MOT Test History 10 tests on record

PASS
Mileage72,148 miles
Since last MOT+152 miles
FAIL
Mileage71,996 miles
Since last MOT+6,039 miles
PASS
Mileage65,957 miles
Since last MOT+185 miles
FAIL
Mileage65,772 miles
Since last MOT+4,976 miles
PASS
Mileage60,796 miles
Since last MOT+9,120 miles
PASS
Mileage51,676 miles
Since last MOT+9,869 miles
PASS
Mileage41,807 miles
Since last MOT+631 miles
PASS
Mileage41,176 miles
Since last MOT+8 miles
FAIL
Mileage41,168 miles
Since last MOT+30,597 miles
PASS
Mileage10,571 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

RegistrationEF05 EVH
MakeVauxhall
ModelAstra
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1796cc
Year2005
First registered
Area codeEF — Chelmsford, Essex
Age identifier05 — March 2005 to August 2005

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About EF05 EVH

What car is EF05 EVH?

EF05 EVH is an blue Vauxhall Astra, petrol (1796cc). First registered in Chelmsford in 2005.

What is the mileage of EF05 EVH?

The last recorded mileage for EF05 EVH was 72,148 miles, recorded on 7 Apr 2017 during its most recent MOT test.

Has EF05 EVH passed its MOT?

EF05 EVH has had 10 MOT tests with a 70% pass rate (7 passes, 3 failures). It last passed on 7 Apr 2017.

Is EF05 EVH ULEZ compliant?

Based on its fuel type and registration year, EF05 EVH 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 EF05 EVH?

EF05 EVH is approximately 21 years old. Age identifier 05 means registered between 1 March 2005 and 31 August 2005.