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GU05 GCO

2005 Vauxhall Astra · Petrol · 1598cc

Black Registered in Brighton, Garden of England · 21 years old

Vehicle summary

MakeVauxhall
ModelAstra
Year2005
FuelPetrol
Engine1598cc
ColourBlack
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 1598cc has had 11 MOT tests on record, passing 9 and failing 2 (82% pass rate). It has 131,881 miles on the clock, averaging 12,039 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 GU05 GCO

MOT Status
Due date passed
131,881
Last Mileage
Recorded
11
Total Tests
Since 2008
82%
Pass Rate
9 passed, 2 failed

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

2

MOT failures recorded

Out of 11 tests on record
12,039

Average miles/year

Above UK average of 7,400
3

Gaps in MOT history

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

Mileage Analysis

Above average
Latest reading131,881 miles
Reading date
Miles last year10,093
Average per year12,039
Mileage consistencyConsistent
Mileage over time for GU05 GCO 22k49k77k104k132k '08'17'12

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Full MOT Test History 11 tests on record

PASS
Mileage131,881 miles
Since last MOT+10,093 miles
PASS
Mileage121,788 miles
Since last MOT+11,334 miles
PASS
Mileage110,454 miles
Since last MOT+8,385 miles
PASS
Mileage102,069 miles
Since last MOT+10,657 miles
PASS
Mileage91,412 miles
Since last MOT+5,622 miles
FAIL
Mileage85,790 miles
Since last MOT+11,804 miles
PASS
Mileage73,986 miles
Since last MOT+11,970 miles
PASS
Mileage62,016 miles
Since last MOT+18 miles
FAIL
Mileage61,998 miles
Since last MOT+33,392 miles
PASS
Mileage28,606 miles
Since last MOT+7,072 miles
PASS
Mileage21,534 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

RegistrationGU05 GCO
MakeVauxhall
ModelAstra
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1598cc
Year2005
First registered
Area codeGU — Brighton, Garden of England
Age identifier05 — March 2005 to August 2005

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About GU05 GCO

What car is GU05 GCO?

GU05 GCO is a black Vauxhall Astra, petrol (1598cc). First registered in Brighton in 2005.

What is the mileage of GU05 GCO?

The last recorded mileage for GU05 GCO was 131,881 miles, recorded on 30 Apr 2017 during its most recent MOT test.

Has GU05 GCO passed its MOT?

GU05 GCO has had 11 MOT tests with an 82% pass rate (9 passes, 2 failures). It last passed on 30 Apr 2017.

Is GU05 GCO ULEZ compliant?

Based on its fuel type and registration year, GU05 GCO 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 GU05 GCO?

GU05 GCO is approximately 21 years old. Age identifier 05 means registered between 1 March 2005 and 31 August 2005.