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At a glance
This 2005 Vauxhall Astra Petrol 1598cc has had 19 MOT tests on record, passing 12 and failing 7 (63% pass rate). It has 170,477 miles on the clock, averaging 10,193 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 OW05 GWZ
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Mileage Analysis
Above average| Latest reading | 170,477 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 22,156 |
| Average per year | 10,193 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 19 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 | OW05 GWZ |
| Make | Vauxhall |
| Model | Astra |
| Colour | Red |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1598cc |
| Year | 2005 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | OW — Oxford, Oxford |
| Age identifier | 05 — March 2005 to August 2005 |
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About OW05 GWZ
What car is OW05 GWZ?
OW05 GWZ is an red Vauxhall Astra, petrol (1598cc). First registered in Oxford in 2005.
What is the mileage of OW05 GWZ?
The last recorded mileage for OW05 GWZ was 170,477 miles, recorded on 27 Nov 2020 during its most recent MOT test.
Has OW05 GWZ passed its MOT?
OW05 GWZ has had 19 MOT tests with a 63% pass rate (12 passes, 7 failures). It last was tested on 27 Nov 2020.
Is OW05 GWZ ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, OW05 GWZ 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 OW05 GWZ?
OW05 GWZ is approximately 21 years old. Age identifier 05 means registered between 1 March 2005 and 31 August 2005.