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KT54 OWV

2005 Vauxhall Astra · Petrol · 1796cc

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

Vehicle summary

MakeVauxhall
ModelAstra
Year2005
FuelPetrol
Engine1796cc
ColourGrey
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 18 MOT tests on record, passing 13 and failing 5 (72% pass rate). It has 113,758 miles on the clock, averaging 5,891 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 KT54 OWV

MOT Status
Due date passed
113,758
Last Mileage
Recorded
18
Total Tests
Since 2007
72%
Pass Rate
13 passed, 5 failed

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

5

MOT failures recorded

Out of 18 tests on record
5,891

Average miles/year

Below UK average of 7,400
2

Gaps in MOT history

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

Mileage Analysis

Below average
Latest reading113,758 miles
Reading date
Average per year5,891
Mileage consistencyVariable
Mileage over time for KT54 OWV 39k57k76k95k114k '07'20'15

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Full MOT Test History 18 tests on record

PASS
Mileage113,758 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage113,758 miles
Since last MOT+4,762 miles
PASS
Mileage108,996 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage108,996 miles
Since last MOT+5,019 miles
PASS
Mileage103,977 miles
Since last MOT+9 miles
FAIL
Mileage103,968 miles
Since last MOT+7,946 miles
PASS
Mileage96,022 miles
Since last MOT+7,631 miles
PASS
Mileage88,391 miles
Since last MOT+7,717 miles
PASS
Mileage80,674 miles
Since last MOT+8,092 miles
PASS
Mileage72,582 miles
Since last MOT+7,717 miles
PASS
Mileage64,865 miles
Since last MOT+3,541 miles
PASS
Mileage61,324 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage61,324 miles
PASS
Mileage557,405 miles
Since last MOT+507,476 miles
PASS
Mileage49,929 miles
Since last MOT+6,272 miles
PASS
Mileage43,657 miles
Since last MOT+146 miles
FAIL
Mileage43,511 miles
Since last MOT+4,999 miles
PASS
Mileage38,512 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

RegistrationKT54 OWV
MakeVauxhall
ModelAstra
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1796cc
Year2005
First registered
Area codeKT — Luton, Luton and Northampton
Age identifier54 — September 2004 to February 2005

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About KT54 OWV

What car is KT54 OWV?

KT54 OWV is a grey Vauxhall Astra, petrol (1796cc). First registered in Luton in 2005.

What is the mileage of KT54 OWV?

The last recorded mileage for KT54 OWV was 113,758 miles, recorded on 24 Sep 2020 during its most recent MOT test.

Has KT54 OWV passed its MOT?

KT54 OWV has had 18 MOT tests with a 72% pass rate (13 passes, 5 failures). It last passed on 24 Sep 2020.

Is KT54 OWV ULEZ compliant?

Based on its fuel type and registration year, KT54 OWV 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 KT54 OWV?

KT54 OWV is approximately 21 years old. Age identifier 54 means registered between 1 September 2004 and 28 February 2005.