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At a glance
This 2005 Vauxhall Astra Petrol 1598cc has had 20 MOT tests on record, passing 14 and failing 6 (70% pass rate). It has 149,026 miles on the clock, averaging 9,181 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 KX05 WBN
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Mileage Analysis
Above average| Latest reading | 149,026 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Average per year | 9,181 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 20 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 | KX05 WBN |
| Make | Vauxhall |
| Model | Astra |
| Colour | Black |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1598cc |
| Year | 2005 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | KX — Luton, Luton and Northampton |
| Age identifier | 05 — March 2005 to August 2005 |
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About KX05 WBN
What car is KX05 WBN?
KX05 WBN is a black Vauxhall Astra, petrol (1598cc). First registered in Luton in 2005.
What is the mileage of KX05 WBN?
The last recorded mileage for KX05 WBN was 149,026 miles, recorded on 6 May 2020 during its most recent MOT test.
Has KX05 WBN passed its MOT?
KX05 WBN has had 20 MOT tests with a 70% pass rate (14 passes, 6 failures). It last passed on 6 May 2020.
Is KX05 WBN ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, KX05 WBN 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 KX05 WBN?
KX05 WBN is approximately 21 years old. Age identifier 05 means registered between 1 March 2005 and 31 August 2005.