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GU05 WUP

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 17 MOT tests on record, passing 14 and failing 3 (82% pass rate). It has 110,997 miles on the clock, averaging 5,702 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 GU05 WUP

MOT Status
Due date passed
110,997
Last Mileage
Recorded
17
Total Tests
Since 2008
82%
Pass Rate
14 passed, 3 failed

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

3

MOT failures recorded

Out of 17 tests on record
5,702

Average miles/year

Below UK average of 7,400
3

Gaps in MOT history

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

Mileage Analysis

Below average
Latest reading110,997 miles
Reading date
Miles last year2,862
Average per year5,702
Mileage consistencyVariable
Mileage over time for GU05 WUP 28k49k69k90k111k '08'22'15

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Full MOT Test History 17 tests on record

PASS
Mileage110,997 miles
Since last MOT+2,862 miles
PASS
Mileage108,135 miles
Since last MOT+35 miles
FAIL
Mileage108,100 miles
Since last MOT+2,487 miles
PASS
Mileage105,613 miles
Since last MOT+1,480 miles
PASS
Mileage104,133 miles
Since last MOT+4,121 miles
PASS
Mileage100,012 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage100,012 miles
Since last MOT+4,983 miles
PASS
Mileage95,029 miles
Since last MOT+8,194 miles
PASS
Mileage86,835 miles
Since last MOT+5,573 miles
PASS
Mileage81,262 miles
Since last MOT+73 miles
FAIL
Mileage81,189 miles
Since last MOT+8,130 miles
PASS
Mileage73,059 miles
Since last MOT+7,025 miles
PASS
Mileage66,034 miles
Since last MOT+9,018 miles
PASS
Mileage57,016 miles
Since last MOT+10,372 miles
PASS
Mileage46,644 miles
Since last MOT+10,573 miles
PASS
Mileage36,071 miles
Since last MOT+8,254 miles
PASS
Mileage27,817 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 WUP
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 WUP

What car is GU05 WUP?

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

What is the mileage of GU05 WUP?

The last recorded mileage for GU05 WUP was 110,997 miles, recorded on 29 Sep 2022 during its most recent MOT test.

Has GU05 WUP passed its MOT?

GU05 WUP has had 17 MOT tests with an 82% pass rate (14 passes, 3 failures). It last passed on 29 Sep 2022.

Is GU05 WUP ULEZ compliant?

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

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