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NH05 UAX

2005 Vauxhall Astra · Petrol · 1598cc

Silver Registered in Newcastle, North · 21 years old

Vehicle summary

MakeVauxhall
ModelAstra
Year2005
FuelPetrol
Engine1598cc
ColourSilver
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 14 MOT tests on record, passing 9 and failing 5 (64% pass rate). It has 57,684 miles on the clock, averaging 5,284 miles per year, 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 NH05 UAX

MOT Status
Due date passed
57,684
Last Mileage
Recorded
14
Total Tests
Since 2008
64%
Pass Rate
9 passed, 5 failed

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

5

MOT failures recorded

Out of 14 tests on record
5,284

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

Below average
Latest reading57,684 miles
Reading date
Miles last year3,520
Average per year5,284
Mileage consistencyVariable
Mileage over time for NH05 UAX 11k23k35k46k58k '08'17'14

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Full MOT Test History 14 tests on record

FAIL
Mileage57,684 miles
Since last MOT+3,520 miles
PASS
Mileage54,164 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage54,164 miles
Since last MOT+12,427 miles
PASS
Mileage41,737 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage41,737 miles
Since last MOT+212 miles
FAIL
Mileage41,525 miles
Since last MOT+13,540 miles
PASS
Mileage27,985 miles
Since last MOT+17 miles
FAIL
Mileage27,968 miles
Since last MOT+318 miles
PASS
Mileage27,650 miles
Since last MOT+2,824 miles
PASS
Mileage24,826 miles
Since last MOT+2,359 miles
PASS
Mileage22,467 miles
Since last MOT+2,851 miles
PASS
Mileage19,616 miles
Since last MOT+3,171 miles
PASS
Mileage16,445 miles
Since last MOT+5,085 miles
PASS
Mileage11,360 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

RegistrationNH05 UAX
MakeVauxhall
ModelAstra
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1598cc
Year2005
First registered
Area codeNH — Newcastle, North
Age identifier05 — March 2005 to August 2005

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About NH05 UAX

What car is NH05 UAX?

NH05 UAX is an silver Vauxhall Astra, petrol (1598cc). First registered in Newcastle in 2005.

What is the mileage of NH05 UAX?

The last recorded mileage for NH05 UAX was 57,684 miles, recorded on 10 Jul 2017 during its most recent MOT test.

Has NH05 UAX passed its MOT?

NH05 UAX has had 14 MOT tests with a 64% pass rate (9 passes, 5 failures). It last was tested on 10 Jul 2017.

Is NH05 UAX ULEZ compliant?

Based on its fuel type and registration year, NH05 UAX 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 NH05 UAX?

NH05 UAX is approximately 21 years old. Age identifier 05 means registered between 1 March 2005 and 31 August 2005.