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KP05 EPJ

2005 Vauxhall Astra · Petrol · 1796cc

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

Vehicle summary

MakeVauxhall
ModelAstra
Year2005
FuelPetrol
Engine1796cc
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 1796cc has had 9 MOT tests on record, passing 8 and failing once (89% pass rate). It has 109,404 miles on the clock, averaging 8,168 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 KP05 EPJ

MOT Status
Due date passed
109,404
Last Mileage
Recorded
9
Total Tests
Since 2008
89%
Pass Rate
8 passed, 1 failed

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

1

MOT failure recorded

Out of 9 tests on record
8,168

Average miles/year

Around UK average of 7,400
1

Gap in MOT history

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

Mileage Analysis

About average
Latest reading109,404 miles
Reading date
Miles last year6
Average per year8,168
Mileage consistencyVariable
Mileage over time for KP05 EPJ 52k66k81k95k109k '08'15'12

Check KP05 EPJ

Full MOT Test History 9 tests on record

PASS
Mileage109,404 miles
Since last MOT+6 miles
FAIL
Mileage109,398 miles
Since last MOT+11,391 miles
PASS
Mileage98,007 miles
Since last MOT+7,920 miles
PASS
Mileage90,087 miles
Since last MOT+10,784 miles
PASS
Mileage79,303 miles
Since last MOT+1,648 miles
PASS
Mileage77,655 miles
Since last MOT+5,094 miles
PASS
Mileage72,561 miles
Since last MOT+5,175 miles
PASS
Mileage67,386 miles
Since last MOT+15,681 miles
PASS
Mileage51,705 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

RegistrationKP05 EPJ
MakeVauxhall
ModelAstra
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1796cc
Year2005
First registered
Area codeKP — Luton, Luton and Northampton
Age identifier05 — March 2005 to August 2005

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About KP05 EPJ

What car is KP05 EPJ?

KP05 EPJ is a blue Vauxhall Astra, petrol (1796cc). First registered in Luton in 2005.

What is the mileage of KP05 EPJ?

The last recorded mileage for KP05 EPJ was 109,404 miles, recorded on 27 May 2015 during its most recent MOT test.

Has KP05 EPJ passed its MOT?

KP05 EPJ has had 9 MOT tests with an 89% pass rate (8 passes, 1 failure). It last passed on 27 May 2015.

Is KP05 EPJ ULEZ compliant?

Based on its fuel type and registration year, KP05 EPJ 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 KP05 EPJ?

KP05 EPJ is approximately 21 years old. Age identifier 05 means registered between 1 March 2005 and 31 August 2005.