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LR05 OCV

2005 Vauxhall Astra · Petrol · 1598cc

Silver Registered in Stanmore, London · 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 8 MOT tests on record, passing 6 and failing 2 (75% pass rate). It has 124,020 miles on the clock, averaging 7,743 miles per year, around the UK average of 7,400. Common Vauxhall Astra issues include central locking door mechanism and passenger compartment wiring connectors.

MOT & Mileage History for LR05 OCV

MOT Status
Due date passed
124,020
Last Mileage
Recorded
8
Total Tests
Since 2008
75%
Pass Rate
6 passed, 2 failed

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

2

MOT failures recorded

Out of 8 tests on record
7,743

Average miles/year

Around UK average of 7,400
2

Gaps in MOT history

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

Mileage Analysis

About average
Latest reading124,020 miles
Reading date
Miles last year9,083
Average per year7,743
Mileage consistencyVariable
Mileage over time for LR05 OCV 62k77k93k108k124k '08'16'13

Check LR05 OCV

Full MOT Test History 8 tests on record

PASS
Mileage124,020 miles
Since last MOT+9,083 miles
PASS
Mileage114,937 miles
Since last MOT+9,155 miles
PASS
Mileage105,782 miles
Since last MOT+2 miles
FAIL
Mileage105,780 miles
Since last MOT+7,189 miles
FAIL
Mileage98,591 miles
Since last MOT+18,869 miles
PASS
Mileage79,722 miles
Since last MOT+5,143 miles
PASS
Mileage74,579 miles
Since last MOT+12,708 miles
PASS
Mileage61,871 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

RegistrationLR05 OCV
MakeVauxhall
ModelAstra
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1598cc
Year2005
First registered
Area codeLR — Stanmore, London
Age identifier05 — March 2005 to August 2005

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About LR05 OCV

What car is LR05 OCV?

LR05 OCV is an silver Vauxhall Astra, petrol (1598cc). First registered in Stanmore in 2005.

What is the mileage of LR05 OCV?

The last recorded mileage for LR05 OCV was 124,020 miles, recorded on 23 May 2016 during its most recent MOT test.

Has LR05 OCV passed its MOT?

LR05 OCV has had 8 MOT tests with a 75% pass rate (6 passes, 2 failures). It last passed on 23 May 2016.

Is LR05 OCV ULEZ compliant?

Based on its fuel type and registration year, LR05 OCV 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 LR05 OCV?

LR05 OCV is approximately 21 years old. Age identifier 05 means registered between 1 March 2005 and 31 August 2005.