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MM05 DVB

2005 Vauxhall Astra · Petrol · 1598cc

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

Vehicle summary

MakeVauxhall
ModelAstra
Year2005
FuelPetrol
Engine1598cc
ColourRed
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 89,653 miles on the clock, averaging 9,035 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 MM05 DVB

MOT Status
Due date passed
89,653
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
9,035

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 reading89,653 miles
Reading date
Miles last year9,111
Average per year9,035
Mileage consistencyConsistent
Mileage over time for MM05 DVB 47k58k68k79k90k '08'13'11

Check MM05 DVB

Full MOT Test History 8 tests on record

PASS
Mileage89,653 miles
Since last MOT+9,111 miles
PASS
Mileage80,542 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage80,542 miles
Since last MOT+8,600 miles
PASS
Mileage71,942 miles
Since last MOT+6,977 miles
PASS
Mileage64,965 miles
Since last MOT+4 miles
FAIL
Mileage64,961 miles
Since last MOT+6,952 miles
PASS
Mileage58,009 miles
Since last MOT+10,876 miles
PASS
Mileage47,133 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 DVB
MakeVauxhall
ModelAstra
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1598cc
Year2005
First registered
Area codeMM — Manchester, Manchester and Merseyside
Age identifier05 — March 2005 to August 2005

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About MM05 DVB

What car is MM05 DVB?

MM05 DVB is an red Vauxhall Astra, petrol (1598cc). First registered in Manchester in 2005.

What is the mileage of MM05 DVB?

The last recorded mileage for MM05 DVB was 89,653 miles, recorded on 26 Mar 2013 during its most recent MOT test.

Has MM05 DVB passed its MOT?

MM05 DVB has had 8 MOT tests with a 75% pass rate (6 passes, 2 failures). It last passed on 26 Mar 2013.

Is MM05 DVB ULEZ compliant?

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

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