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At a glance
This 2005 Vauxhall Astra Petrol 1686cc has had 16 MOT tests on record, passing 9 and failing 7 (56% pass rate). It has 144,465 miles on the clock, averaging 9,967 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 KW05 HCY
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Mileage Analysis
Above average| Latest reading | 144,465 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 14,318 |
| Average per year | 9,967 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 16 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 | KW05 HCY |
| Make | Vauxhall |
| Model | Astra |
| Colour | Blue |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1686cc |
| Year | 2005 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | KW — Luton, Luton and Northampton |
| Age identifier | 05 — March 2005 to August 2005 |
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About KW05 HCY
What car is KW05 HCY?
KW05 HCY is a blue Vauxhall Astra, petrol (1686cc). First registered in Luton in 2005.
What is the mileage of KW05 HCY?
The last recorded mileage for KW05 HCY was 144,465 miles, recorded on 6 Mar 2019 during its most recent MOT test.
Has KW05 HCY passed its MOT?
KW05 HCY has had 16 MOT tests with a 56% pass rate (9 passes, 7 failures). It last was tested on 6 Mar 2019.
Is KW05 HCY ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, KW05 HCY 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 KW05 HCY?
KW05 HCY is approximately 21 years old. Age identifier 05 means registered between 1 March 2005 and 31 August 2005.