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At a glance
This 2005 Vauxhall Astra Diesel 1686cc has had 20 MOT tests on record, passing 12 and failing 8 (60% pass rate). It has 234,306 miles on the clock, averaging 17,901 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 MW05 UEJ
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Mileage Analysis
Above average| Latest reading | 234,306 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Average per year | 17,901 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 20 tests on record
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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
| Registration | MW05 UEJ |
| Make | Vauxhall |
| Model | Astra |
| Colour | Gold |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1686cc |
| Year | 2005 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | MW — Manchester, Manchester and Merseyside |
| Age identifier | 05 — March 2005 to August 2005 |
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About MW05 UEJ
What car is MW05 UEJ?
MW05 UEJ is an gold Vauxhall Astra, diesel (1686cc). First registered in Manchester in 2005.
What is the mileage of MW05 UEJ?
The last recorded mileage for MW05 UEJ was 234,306 miles, recorded on 9 Jul 2019 during its most recent MOT test.
Has MW05 UEJ passed its MOT?
MW05 UEJ has had 20 MOT tests with a 60% pass rate (12 passes, 8 failures). It last passed on 9 Jul 2019.
Is MW05 UEJ ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, MW05 UEJ 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 MW05 UEJ?
MW05 UEJ is approximately 21 years old. Age identifier 05 means registered between 1 March 2005 and 31 August 2005.