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At a glance
This 2005 Vauxhall Astra Petrol 1598cc has had 21 MOT tests on record, passing 19 and failing 2 (90% pass rate). It has 107,082 miles on the clock, averaging 5,325 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 EX05 KYH
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Below average| Latest reading | 107,082 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 11,423 |
| Average per year | 5,325 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 21 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 KYH |
| Make | Vauxhall |
| Model | Astra |
| Colour | Black |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1598cc |
| Year | 2005 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | EX — Chelmsford, Essex |
| Age identifier | 05 — March 2005 to August 2005 |
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About EX05 KYH
What car is EX05 KYH?
EX05 KYH is an black Vauxhall Astra, petrol (1598cc). First registered in Chelmsford in 2005.
What is the mileage of EX05 KYH?
The last recorded mileage for EX05 KYH was 107,082 miles, recorded on 30 Jan 2026 during its most recent MOT test.
Has EX05 KYH passed its MOT?
EX05 KYH has had 21 MOT tests with an 90% pass rate (19 passes, 2 failures). It last passed on 30 Jan 2026.
Is EX05 KYH ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, EX05 KYH 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 EX05 KYH?
EX05 KYH is approximately 21 years old. Age identifier 05 means registered between 1 March 2005 and 31 August 2005.