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At a glance
This 2005 Vauxhall Astra Petrol 1598cc has had 18 MOT tests on record, passing 11 and failing 7 (61% pass rate). It has 136,369 miles on the clock, averaging 9,309 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 KB05 BWJ
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Mileage Analysis
Above average| Latest reading | 136,369 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 6 |
| Average per year | 9,309 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 18 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 | KB05 BWJ |
| Make | Vauxhall |
| Model | Astra |
| Colour | Black |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1598cc |
| Year | 2005 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | KB — Northampton, Luton and Northampton |
| Age identifier | 05 — March 2005 to August 2005 |
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About KB05 BWJ
What car is KB05 BWJ?
KB05 BWJ is a black Vauxhall Astra, petrol (1598cc). First registered in Northampton in 2005.
What is the mileage of KB05 BWJ?
The last recorded mileage for KB05 BWJ was 136,369 miles, recorded on 2 Oct 2018 during its most recent MOT test.
Has KB05 BWJ passed its MOT?
KB05 BWJ has had 18 MOT tests with a 61% pass rate (11 passes, 7 failures). It last passed on 2 Oct 2018.
Is KB05 BWJ ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, KB05 BWJ 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 KB05 BWJ?
KB05 BWJ is approximately 21 years old. Age identifier 05 means registered between 1 March 2005 and 31 August 2005.