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GV05 BKA

2005 Vauxhall Astra · Petrol · 1598cc

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

Vehicle summary

MakeVauxhall
ModelAstra
Year2005
FuelPetrol
Engine1598cc
ColourBlue
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 18 MOT tests on record, passing 13 and failing 5 (72% pass rate). It has 88,802 miles on the clock, averaging 5,547 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 GV05 BKA

MOT Status
Due date passed
88,802
Last Mileage
Recorded
18
Total Tests
Since 2008
72%
Pass Rate
13 passed, 5 failed

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

5

MOT failures recorded

Out of 18 tests on record
5,547

Average miles/year

Below UK average of 7,400
1

Gap in MOT history

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

Mileage Analysis

Below average
Latest reading88,802 miles
Reading date
Miles last year2,226
Average per year5,547
Mileage consistencyVariable
Mileage over time for GV05 BKA 21k38k55k72k89k '08'20'16

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Full MOT Test History 18 tests on record

PASS
Mileage88,802 miles
Since last MOT+2,226 miles
PASS
Mileage86,576 miles
Since last MOT+20 miles
FAIL
Mileage86,556 miles
Since last MOT+6,153 miles
PASS
Mileage80,403 miles
Since last MOT+85 miles
FAIL
Mileage80,318 miles
Since last MOT+4,360 miles
PASS
Mileage75,958 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage75,958 miles
Since last MOT+3,578 miles
PASS
Mileage72,380 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage72,380 miles
Since last MOT+4,347 miles
PASS
Mileage68,033 miles
Since last MOT+5,190 miles
PASS
Mileage62,843 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage62,843 miles
Since last MOT+7,186 miles
PASS
Mileage55,657 miles
Since last MOT+7,021 miles
PASS
Mileage48,636 miles
Since last MOT+7,884 miles
PASS
Mileage40,752 miles
Since last MOT+6,631 miles
PASS
Mileage34,121 miles
Since last MOT+6,439 miles
PASS
Mileage27,682 miles
Since last MOT+6,548 miles
PASS
Mileage21,134 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

RegistrationGV05 BKA
MakeVauxhall
ModelAstra
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1598cc
Year2005
First registered
Area codeGV — Brighton, Garden of England
Age identifier05 — March 2005 to August 2005

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About GV05 BKA

What car is GV05 BKA?

GV05 BKA is a blue Vauxhall Astra, petrol (1598cc). First registered in Brighton in 2005.

What is the mileage of GV05 BKA?

The last recorded mileage for GV05 BKA was 88,802 miles, recorded on 7 Jul 2020 during its most recent MOT test.

Has GV05 BKA passed its MOT?

GV05 BKA has had 18 MOT tests with a 72% pass rate (13 passes, 5 failures). It last passed on 7 Jul 2020.

Is GV05 BKA ULEZ compliant?

Based on its fuel type and registration year, GV05 BKA 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 GV05 BKA?

GV05 BKA is approximately 21 years old. Age identifier 05 means registered between 1 March 2005 and 31 August 2005.