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At a glance
This 2005 Vauxhall Astra Petrol 1598cc has had 20 MOT tests on record, passing 14 and failing 6 (70% pass rate). It has 132,192 miles on the clock, averaging 8,124 miles per year, around the UK average of 7,400. Common Vauxhall Astra issues include central locking door mechanism and passenger compartment wiring connectors.
MOT & Mileage History for GY05 BZF
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Mileage Analysis
About average| Latest reading | 132,192 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 1 |
| Average per year | 8,124 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 20 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 | GY05 BZF |
| Make | Vauxhall |
| Model | Astra |
| Colour | Silver |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1598cc |
| Year | 2005 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | GY — Brighton, Garden of England |
| Age identifier | 05 — March 2005 to August 2005 |
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About GY05 BZF
What car is GY05 BZF?
GY05 BZF is a silver Vauxhall Astra, petrol (1598cc). First registered in Brighton in 2005.
What is the mileage of GY05 BZF?
The last recorded mileage for GY05 BZF was 132,192 miles, recorded on 22 Dec 2022 during its most recent MOT test.
Has GY05 BZF passed its MOT?
GY05 BZF has had 20 MOT tests with a 70% pass rate (14 passes, 6 failures). It last passed on 22 Dec 2022.
Is GY05 BZF ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, GY05 BZF 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 GY05 BZF?
GY05 BZF is approximately 21 years old. Age identifier 05 means registered between 1 March 2005 and 31 August 2005.