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At a glance
This 2005 Vauxhall Astra Petrol 1796cc has had 12 MOT tests on record, passing 11 and failing once (92% pass rate). It has 66,686 miles on the clock, averaging 2,785 miles per year, well 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 GD05 BVF
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Mileage Analysis
Low mileage| Latest reading | 66,686 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 2,494 |
| Average per year | 2,785 |
| 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 | GD05 BVF |
| Make | Vauxhall |
| Model | Astra |
| Colour | Green |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1796cc |
| Year | 2005 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | GD — Maidstone, Garden of England |
| Age identifier | 05 — March 2005 to August 2005 |
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About GD05 BVF
What car is GD05 BVF?
GD05 BVF is a green Vauxhall Astra, petrol (1796cc). First registered in Maidstone in 2005.
What is the mileage of GD05 BVF?
The last recorded mileage for GD05 BVF was 66,686 miles, recorded on 11 Feb 2019 during its most recent MOT test.
Has GD05 BVF passed its MOT?
GD05 BVF has had 12 MOT tests with an 92% pass rate (11 passes, 1 failure). It last passed on 11 Feb 2019.
Is GD05 BVF ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, GD05 BVF 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 GD05 BVF?
GD05 BVF is approximately 21 years old. Age identifier 05 means registered between 1 March 2005 and 31 August 2005.