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ML05 NTX

2005 Vauxhall Astra · Diesel · 1686cc

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

Vehicle summary

MakeVauxhall
ModelAstra
Year2005
FuelDiesel
Engine1686cc
ColourSilver
ULEZ (est.)Likely Non-compliantDiesel pre-2015
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 Diesel 1686cc has had 16 MOT tests on record, passing 10 and failing 6 (63% pass rate). It has 147,781 miles on the clock, averaging 9,927 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 ML05 NTX

MOT Status
Due date passed
147,781
Last Mileage
Recorded
16
Total Tests
Since 2008
63%
Pass Rate
10 passed, 6 failed

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

6

MOT failures recorded

Out of 16 tests on record
9,927

Average miles/year

Above UK average of 7,400
1

Gap in MOT history

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

Mileage Analysis

Above average
Latest reading147,781 miles
Reading date
Miles last year6,492
Average per year9,927
Mileage consistencyVariable
Mileage over time for ML05 NTX 48k73k98k123k148k '08'18'14

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Full MOT Test History 16 tests on record

FAIL
Mileage147,781 miles
Since last MOT+6,492 miles
PASS
Mileage141,289 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage141,289 miles
Since last MOT+6,020 miles
PASS
Mileage135,269 miles
Since last MOT+6,023 miles
PASS
Mileage129,246 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage129,246 miles
Since last MOT+5,288 miles
PASS
Mileage123,958 miles
Since last MOT+13 miles
FAIL
Mileage123,945 miles
Since last MOT+15,885 miles
PASS
Mileage108,060 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage108,060 miles
Since last MOT+16,645 miles
PASS
Mileage91,415 miles
Since last MOT+16,629 miles
PASS
Mileage74,786 miles
Since last MOT+15,458 miles
PASS
Mileage59,328 miles
Since last MOT+5,831 miles
PASS
Mileage53,497 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage53,497 miles
Since last MOT+5,736 miles
PASS
Mileage47,761 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

RegistrationML05 NTX
MakeVauxhall
ModelAstra
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1686cc
Year2005
First registered
Area codeML — Manchester, Manchester and Merseyside
Age identifier05 — March 2005 to August 2005

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About ML05 NTX

What car is ML05 NTX?

ML05 NTX is an silver Vauxhall Astra, diesel (1686cc). First registered in Manchester in 2005.

What is the mileage of ML05 NTX?

The last recorded mileage for ML05 NTX was 147,781 miles, recorded on 17 Jul 2018 during its most recent MOT test.

Has ML05 NTX passed its MOT?

ML05 NTX has had 16 MOT tests with a 63% pass rate (10 passes, 6 failures). It last was tested on 17 Jul 2018.

Is ML05 NTX ULEZ compliant?

Based on its fuel type and registration year, ML05 NTX is likely not ULEZ compliant. As a diesel vehicle registered in 2005, it typically does not meet the Euro 6 emission standard required. This is an estimate — confirm with TfL's ULEZ checker.

How old is ML05 NTX?

ML05 NTX is approximately 21 years old. Age identifier 05 means registered between 1 March 2005 and 31 August 2005.