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EO05 RYP

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 24 MOT tests on record, passing 13 and failing 11 (54% pass rate). It has 167,792 miles on the clock, averaging 10,556 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 EO05 RYP

MOT Status
Due date passed
167,792
Last Mileage
Recorded
24
Total Tests
Since 2008
54%
Pass Rate
13 passed, 11 failed

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

11

MOT failures recorded

Out of 24 tests on record
10,556

Average miles/year

Above UK average of 7,400
2

Gaps in MOT history

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

Mileage Analysis

Above average
Latest reading167,792 miles
Reading date
Miles last year95
Average per year10,556
Mileage consistencyVariable
Mileage over time for EO05 RYP 18k56k93k130k168k '08'22'17

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Full MOT Test History 24 tests on record

PASS
Mileage167,792 miles
Since last MOT+95 miles
FAIL
Mileage167,697 miles
Since last MOT+792 miles
FAIL
Mileage166,905 miles
Since last MOT+7,626 miles
PASS
Mileage159,279 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage159,279 miles
Since last MOT+5,787 miles
PASS
Mileage153,492 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage153,492 miles
Since last MOT+8,418 miles
PASS
Mileage145,074 miles
Since last MOT+8,454 miles
PASS
Mileage136,620 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage136,620 miles
Since last MOT+10,147 miles
PASS
Mileage126,473 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage126,473 miles
Since last MOT+9,647 miles
PASS
Mileage116,826 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage116,826 miles
Since last MOT+8,632 miles
FAIL
Mileage108,194 miles
Since last MOT+9,935 miles
FAIL
Mileage98,259 miles
Since last MOT+10,600 miles
PASS
Mileage87,659 miles
Since last MOT+1 miles
FAIL
Mileage87,658 miles
Since last MOT+12,655 miles
PASS
Mileage75,003 miles
Since last MOT+12,175 miles
PASS
Mileage62,828 miles
Since last MOT+2 miles
FAIL
Mileage62,826 miles
Since last MOT+14,816 miles
PASS
Mileage48,010 miles
Since last MOT+18,433 miles
PASS
Mileage29,577 miles
Since last MOT+11,496 miles
PASS
Mileage18,081 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

RegistrationEO05 RYP
MakeVauxhall
ModelAstra
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1796cc
Year2005
First registered
Area codeEO — Chelmsford, Essex
Age identifier05 — March 2005 to August 2005

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About EO05 RYP

What car is EO05 RYP?

EO05 RYP is an blue Vauxhall Astra, petrol (1796cc). First registered in Chelmsford in 2005.

What is the mileage of EO05 RYP?

The last recorded mileage for EO05 RYP was 167,792 miles, recorded on 25 Mar 2022 during its most recent MOT test.

Has EO05 RYP passed its MOT?

EO05 RYP has had 24 MOT tests with a 54% pass rate (13 passes, 11 failures). It last passed on 25 Mar 2022.

Is EO05 RYP ULEZ compliant?

Based on its fuel type and registration year, EO05 RYP 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 EO05 RYP?

EO05 RYP is approximately 21 years old. Age identifier 05 means registered between 1 March 2005 and 31 August 2005.