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OE05 WRC

2005 Vauxhall Astra · Petrol · 1598cc

Black Registered in Oxford, Oxford · 21 years old

Vehicle summary

MakeVauxhall
ModelAstra
Year2005
FuelPetrol
Engine1598cc
ColourBlack
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 11 and failing 3 (79% pass rate). It has 94,140 miles on the clock, averaging 7,416 miles per year, around the UK average of 7,400. Common Vauxhall Astra issues include central locking door mechanism and passenger compartment wiring connectors.

MOT & Mileage History for OE05 WRC

MOT Status
Due date passed
94,140
Last Mileage
Recorded
14
Total Tests
Since 2008
79%
Pass Rate
11 passed, 3 failed

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

3

MOT failures recorded

Out of 14 tests on record
7,416

Average miles/year

Around UK average of 7,400
0

Gaps in MOT history

No gaps detected in MOT coverage

Mileage Analysis

About average
Latest reading94,140 miles
Reading date
Average per year7,416
Mileage consistencyConsistent
Mileage over time for OE05 WRC 19k38k57k75k94k '08'18'14

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Full MOT Test History 14 tests on record

PASS
Mileage94,140 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage94,140 miles
Since last MOT+7,455 miles
PASS
Mileage86,685 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage86,685 miles
Since last MOT+7,082 miles
PASS
Mileage79,603 miles
Since last MOT+4,880 miles
PASS
Mileage74,723 miles
Since last MOT+7,016 miles
PASS
Mileage67,707 miles
Since last MOT+8,336 miles
PASS
Mileage59,371 miles
Since last MOT+7,274 miles
PASS
Mileage52,097 miles
Since last MOT+9,517 miles
PASS
Mileage42,580 miles
Since last MOT+6,778 miles
PASS
Mileage35,802 miles
Since last MOT+11,130 miles
PASS
Mileage24,672 miles
Since last MOT+5,682 miles
PASS
Mileage18,990 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage18,990 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

RegistrationOE05 WRC
MakeVauxhall
ModelAstra
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1598cc
Year2005
First registered
Area codeOE — Oxford, Oxford
Age identifier05 — March 2005 to August 2005

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About OE05 WRC

What car is OE05 WRC?

OE05 WRC is an black Vauxhall Astra, petrol (1598cc). First registered in Oxford in 2005.

What is the mileage of OE05 WRC?

The last recorded mileage for OE05 WRC was 94,140 miles, recorded on 3 Sep 2018 during its most recent MOT test.

Has OE05 WRC passed its MOT?

OE05 WRC has had 14 MOT tests with a 79% pass rate (11 passes, 3 failures). It last passed on 3 Sep 2018.

Is OE05 WRC ULEZ compliant?

Based on its fuel type and registration year, OE05 WRC 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 OE05 WRC?

OE05 WRC is approximately 21 years old. Age identifier 05 means registered between 1 March 2005 and 31 August 2005.