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KN05 OLH

2005 Vauxhall Astra · Petrol · 1796cc

Red Registered in Luton, Luton and Northampton · 21 years old

Vehicle summary

MakeVauxhall
ModelAstra
Year2005
FuelPetrol
Engine1796cc
ColourRed
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 1796cc has had 16 MOT tests on record, passing 13 and failing 3 (81% pass rate). It has 205,509 miles on the clock, averaging 12,245 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 KN05 OLH

MOT Status
Due date passed
205,509
Last Mileage
Recorded
16
Total Tests
Since 2008
81%
Pass Rate
13 passed, 3 failed

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

3

MOT failures recorded

Out of 16 tests on record
12,245

Average miles/year

Above UK average of 7,400
5

Gaps in MOT history

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

Mileage Analysis

Above average
Latest reading205,509 miles
Reading date
Miles last year8,717
Average per year12,245
Mileage consistencyVariable
Mileage over time for KN05 OLH 48k87k127k166k206k '08'21'17

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Full MOT Test History 16 tests on record

PASS
Mileage205,509 miles
Since last MOT+8,717 miles
PASS
Mileage196,792 miles
Since last MOT+32 miles
FAIL
Mileage196,760 miles
Since last MOT+9,921 miles
PASS
Mileage186,839 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage186,839 miles
Since last MOT+6,651 miles
PASS
Mileage180,188 miles
Since last MOT+9,522 miles
PASS
Mileage170,666 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage170,666 miles
Since last MOT+13,661 miles
PASS
Mileage157,005 miles
Since last MOT+15,244 miles
PASS
Mileage141,761 miles
Since last MOT+13,416 miles
PASS
Mileage128,345 miles
Since last MOT+7,261 miles
PASS
Mileage121,084 miles
Since last MOT+16,944 miles
PASS
Mileage104,140 miles
Since last MOT+24,874 miles
PASS
Mileage79,266 miles
Since last MOT+17,295 miles
PASS
Mileage61,971 miles
Since last MOT+13,953 miles
PASS
Mileage48,018 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

RegistrationKN05 OLH
MakeVauxhall
ModelAstra
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1796cc
Year2005
First registered
Area codeKN — Luton, Luton and Northampton
Age identifier05 — March 2005 to August 2005

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About KN05 OLH

What car is KN05 OLH?

KN05 OLH is a red Vauxhall Astra, petrol (1796cc). First registered in Luton in 2005.

What is the mileage of KN05 OLH?

The last recorded mileage for KN05 OLH was 205,509 miles, recorded on 6 Feb 2021 during its most recent MOT test.

Has KN05 OLH passed its MOT?

KN05 OLH has had 16 MOT tests with an 81% pass rate (13 passes, 3 failures). It last passed on 6 Feb 2021.

Is KN05 OLH ULEZ compliant?

Based on its fuel type and registration year, KN05 OLH 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 KN05 OLH?

KN05 OLH is approximately 21 years old. Age identifier 05 means registered between 1 March 2005 and 31 August 2005.