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At a glance
This 2005 Vauxhall Astra Diesel 1686cc has had 12 MOT tests on record, passing 8 and failing 4 (67% pass rate). It has 269,045 miles on the clock, averaging 24,676 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 EX05 HLM
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Mileage Analysis
Above average| Latest reading | 269,045 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 4,780 |
| Average per year | 24,676 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 12 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 | EX05 HLM |
| Make | Vauxhall |
| Model | Astra |
| Colour | Blue |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1686cc |
| Year | 2005 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | EX — Chelmsford, Essex |
| Age identifier | 05 — March 2005 to August 2005 |
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About EX05 HLM
What car is EX05 HLM?
EX05 HLM is an blue Vauxhall Astra, diesel (1686cc). First registered in Chelmsford in 2005.
What is the mileage of EX05 HLM?
The last recorded mileage for EX05 HLM was 269,045 miles, recorded on 3 Feb 2015 during its most recent MOT test.
Has EX05 HLM passed its MOT?
EX05 HLM has had 12 MOT tests with a 67% pass rate (8 passes, 4 failures). It last passed on 3 Feb 2015.
Is EX05 HLM ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, EX05 HLM 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 EX05 HLM?
EX05 HLM is approximately 21 years old. Age identifier 05 means registered between 1 March 2005 and 31 August 2005.