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At a glance
This 2005 Vauxhall Astra Petrol 1796cc has had 12 MOT tests on record, passing 8 and failing 4 (67% pass rate). It has 95,818 miles on the clock, averaging 7,813 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 HF05 DHY
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Mileage Analysis
About average| Latest reading | 95,818 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 3,684 |
| Average per year | 7,813 |
| 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 | HF05 DHY |
| Make | Vauxhall |
| Model | Astra |
| Colour | Blue |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1796cc |
| Year | 2005 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | HF — Bournemouth, Hampshire and Dorset |
| Age identifier | 05 — March 2005 to August 2005 |
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About HF05 DHY
What car is HF05 DHY?
HF05 DHY is an blue Vauxhall Astra, petrol (1796cc). First registered in Bournemouth in 2005.
What is the mileage of HF05 DHY?
The last recorded mileage for HF05 DHY was 95,818 miles, recorded on 26 May 2017 during its most recent MOT test.
Has HF05 DHY passed its MOT?
HF05 DHY has had 12 MOT tests with a 67% pass rate (8 passes, 4 failures). It last passed on 26 May 2017.
Is HF05 DHY ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, HF05 DHY 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 HF05 DHY?
HF05 DHY is approximately 21 years old. Age identifier 05 means registered between 1 March 2005 and 31 August 2005.