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MA05 MMX

2005 Vauxhall Astra · Petrol · 1598cc

Black Registered in Manchester, Manchester and Merseyside · 21 years old

Vehicle summary

MakeVauxhall
ModelAstra
Year2005
FuelPetrol
Engine1598cc
ColourBlack
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 12 MOT tests on record, passing 9 and failing 3 (75% pass rate). It has 107,379 miles on the clock, averaging 7,685 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 MA05 MMX

MOT Status
Due date passed
107,379
Last Mileage
Recorded
12
Total Tests
Since 2008
75%
Pass Rate
9 passed, 3 failed

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

3

MOT failures recorded

Out of 12 tests on record
7,685

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 reading107,379 miles
Reading date
Miles last year7,215
Average per year7,685
Mileage consistencyConsistent
Mileage over time for MA05 MMX 37k54k72k90k107k '08'17'14

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Full MOT Test History 12 tests on record

PASS
Mileage107,379 miles
Since last MOT+7,215 miles
PASS
Mileage100,164 miles
Since last MOT+5,109 miles
PASS
Mileage95,055 miles
Since last MOT+535 miles
PASS
Mileage94,520 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage94,520 miles
Since last MOT+7,851 miles
PASS
Mileage86,669 miles
Since last MOT+7,526 miles
PASS
Mileage79,143 miles
Since last MOT+7,135 miles
PASS
Mileage72,008 miles
Since last MOT+10,351 miles
FAIL
Mileage61,657 miles
Since last MOT+8,889 miles
PASS
Mileage52,768 miles
Since last MOT+9,940 miles
FAIL
Mileage42,828 miles
Since last MOT+6,265 miles
PASS
Mileage36,563 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

RegistrationMA05 MMX
MakeVauxhall
ModelAstra
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1598cc
Year2005
First registered
Area codeMA — Manchester, Manchester and Merseyside
Age identifier05 — March 2005 to August 2005

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About MA05 MMX

What car is MA05 MMX?

MA05 MMX is an black Vauxhall Astra, petrol (1598cc). First registered in Manchester in 2005.

What is the mileage of MA05 MMX?

The last recorded mileage for MA05 MMX was 107,379 miles, recorded on 13 Jun 2017 during its most recent MOT test.

Has MA05 MMX passed its MOT?

MA05 MMX has had 12 MOT tests with a 75% pass rate (9 passes, 3 failures). It last passed on 13 Jun 2017.

Is MA05 MMX ULEZ compliant?

Based on its fuel type and registration year, MA05 MMX 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 MA05 MMX?

MA05 MMX is approximately 21 years old. Age identifier 05 means registered between 1 March 2005 and 31 August 2005.