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MM05 ACE

2005 Vauxhall Astra · Petrol · 1796cc

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

Vehicle summary

MakeVauxhall
ModelAstra
Year2005
FuelPetrol
Engine1796cc
ColourBlue
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 1796cc has had 24 MOT tests on record, passing 17 and failing 7 (71% pass rate). It has 61,817 miles on the clock, averaging 3,338 miles per year, well 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 MM05 ACE

MOT Status
Due date passed
61,817
Last Mileage
Recorded
24
Total Tests
Since 2008
71%
Pass Rate
17 passed, 7 failed

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

7

MOT failures recorded

Out of 24 tests on record
3,338

Average miles/year

Below UK average of 7,400
2

Gaps in MOT history

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

Mileage Analysis

Low mileage
Latest reading61,817 miles
Reading date
Miles last year15
Average per year3,338
Mileage consistencyVariable
Mileage over time for MM05 ACE 7k21k34k48k62k '08'24'18

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Full MOT Test History 24 tests on record

PASS
Mileage61,817 miles
Since last MOT+15 miles
FAIL
Mileage61,802 miles
Since last MOT+2,014 miles
PASS
Mileage59,788 miles
Since last MOT+3,528 miles
PASS
Mileage56,260 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage56,260 miles
Since last MOT+1,669 miles
PASS
Mileage54,591 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage54,591 miles
Since last MOT+1,045 miles
PASS
Mileage53,546 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage53,546 miles
Since last MOT+702 miles
PASS
Mileage52,844 miles
Since last MOT+4,689 miles
PASS
Mileage48,155 miles
Since last MOT+1 miles
FAIL
Mileage48,154 miles
Since last MOT+6,178 miles
PASS
Mileage41,976 miles
Since last MOT+3,461 miles
PASS
Mileage38,515 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage38,515 miles
Since last MOT+2,140 miles
PASS
Mileage36,375 miles
Since last MOT+5,409 miles
PASS
Mileage30,966 miles
Since last MOT+3,445 miles
PASS
Mileage27,521 miles
Since last MOT+5,936 miles
PASS
Mileage21,585 miles
Since last MOT+3,442 miles
PASS
Mileage18,143 miles
Since last MOT+1,213 miles
PASS
Mileage16,930 miles
Since last MOT+7,605 miles
PASS
Mileage9,325 miles
Since last MOT+3 miles
FAIL
Mileage9,322 miles
Since last MOT+2,589 miles
PASS
Mileage6,733 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

RegistrationMM05 ACE
MakeVauxhall
ModelAstra
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1796cc
Year2005
First registered
Area codeMM — Manchester, Manchester and Merseyside
Age identifier05 — March 2005 to August 2005

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About MM05 ACE

What car is MM05 ACE?

MM05 ACE is an blue Vauxhall Astra, petrol (1796cc). First registered in Manchester in 2005.

What is the mileage of MM05 ACE?

The last recorded mileage for MM05 ACE was 61,817 miles, recorded on 6 Dec 2024 during its most recent MOT test.

Has MM05 ACE passed its MOT?

MM05 ACE has had 24 MOT tests with a 71% pass rate (17 passes, 7 failures). It last passed on 6 Dec 2024.

Is MM05 ACE ULEZ compliant?

Based on its fuel type and registration year, MM05 ACE 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 MM05 ACE?

MM05 ACE is approximately 21 years old. Age identifier 05 means registered between 1 March 2005 and 31 August 2005.