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KP05 EVX

2005 Vauxhall Astra · Petrol · 1598cc

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

Vehicle summary

MakeVauxhall
ModelAstra
Year2005
FuelPetrol
Engine1598cc
ColourSilver
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 1598cc has had 6 MOT tests on record, passing 4 and failing 2 (67% pass rate). It has 41,537 miles on the clock, averaging 5,817 miles per year, below 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 EVX

MOT Status
Due date passed
41,537
Last Mileage
Recorded
6
Total Tests
Since 2008
67%
Pass Rate
4 passed, 2 failed

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

2

MOT failures recorded

Out of 6 tests on record
5,817

Average miles/year

Below UK average of 7,400
1

Gap in MOT history

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

Mileage Analysis

Below average
Latest reading41,537 miles
Reading date
Miles last year4,587
Average per year5,817
Mileage consistencyConsistent
Mileage over time for KP05 EVX 22k27k32k37k42k '08'11'09

Check KP05 EVX

Full MOT Test History 6 tests on record

PASS
Mileage41,537 miles
Since last MOT+4,587 miles
PASS
Mileage36,950 miles
Since last MOT+7,836 miles
PASS
Mileage29,114 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage29,114 miles
Since last MOT+6,646 miles
PASS
Mileage22,468 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage22,468 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 EVX
MakeVauxhall
ModelAstra
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1598cc
Year2005
First registered
Area codeKP — Luton, Luton and Northampton
Age identifier05 — March 2005 to August 2005

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About KP05 EVX

What car is KP05 EVX?

KP05 EVX is a silver Vauxhall Astra, petrol (1598cc). First registered in Luton in 2005.

What is the mileage of KP05 EVX?

The last recorded mileage for KP05 EVX was 41,537 miles, recorded on 14 Jun 2011 during its most recent MOT test.

Has KP05 EVX passed its MOT?

KP05 EVX has had 6 MOT tests with a 67% pass rate (4 passes, 2 failures). It last passed on 14 Jun 2011.

Is KP05 EVX ULEZ compliant?

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

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