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At a glance
This 2005 Vauxhall Astra Petrol 1796cc has had 12 MOT tests on record, passing 11 and failing once (92% pass rate). It has 80,447 miles on the clock, averaging 5,904 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 KY05 YYV
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Mileage Analysis
Below average| Latest reading | 80,447 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 15,625 |
| Average per year | 5,904 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 12 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 | KY05 YYV |
| Make | Vauxhall |
| Model | Astra |
| Colour | Silver |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1796cc |
| Year | 2005 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | KY — Luton, Luton and Northampton |
| Age identifier | 05 — March 2005 to August 2005 |
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About KY05 YYV
What car is KY05 YYV?
KY05 YYV is a silver Vauxhall Astra, petrol (1796cc). First registered in Luton in 2005.
What is the mileage of KY05 YYV?
The last recorded mileage for KY05 YYV was 80,447 miles, recorded on 5 Feb 2018 during its most recent MOT test.
Has KY05 YYV passed its MOT?
KY05 YYV has had 12 MOT tests with an 92% pass rate (11 passes, 1 failure). It last passed on 5 Feb 2018.
Is KY05 YYV ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, KY05 YYV 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 KY05 YYV?
KY05 YYV is approximately 21 years old. Age identifier 05 means registered between 1 March 2005 and 31 August 2005.