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PE05 ULF

2005 Vauxhall Astra · Petrol · 1598cc

Silver Registered in Preston, Preston · 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 12 and failing 2 (86% pass rate). It has 90,111 miles on the clock, averaging 7,034 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 PE05 ULF

MOT Status
Due date passed
90,111
Last Mileage
Recorded
14
Total Tests
Since 2008
86%
Pass Rate
12 passed, 2 failed

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

2

MOT failures recorded

Out of 14 tests on record
7,034

Average miles/year

Below UK average of 7,400
1

Gap in MOT history

Periods with no valid MOT — may have been SORN or untaxed

Mileage Analysis

Below average
Latest reading90,111 miles
Reading date
Miles last year5,039
Average per year7,034
Mileage consistencyConsistent
Mileage over time for PE05 ULF 12k31k51k70k90k '08'19'14

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Full MOT Test History 14 tests on record

PASS
Mileage90,111 miles
Since last MOT+5,039 miles
PASS
Mileage85,072 miles
Since last MOT+4,675 miles
PASS
Mileage80,397 miles
Since last MOT+5,421 miles
PASS
Mileage74,976 miles
Since last MOT+5,533 miles
PASS
Mileage69,443 miles
Since last MOT+4,849 miles
PASS
Mileage64,594 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage64,594 miles
Since last MOT+8,798 miles
PASS
Mileage55,796 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage55,796 miles
Since last MOT+10,076 miles
PASS
Mileage45,720 miles
Since last MOT+8,554 miles
PASS
Mileage37,166 miles
Since last MOT+7,454 miles
PASS
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Since last MOT+9,151 miles
PASS
Mileage20,561 miles
Since last MOT+8,958 miles
PASS
Mileage11,603 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

RegistrationPE05 ULF
MakeVauxhall
ModelAstra
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1598cc
Year2005
First registered
Area codePE — Preston, Preston
Age identifier05 — March 2005 to August 2005

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About PE05 ULF

What car is PE05 ULF?

PE05 ULF is a silver Vauxhall Astra, petrol (1598cc). First registered in Preston in 2005.

What is the mileage of PE05 ULF?

The last recorded mileage for PE05 ULF was 90,111 miles, recorded on 21 Mar 2019 during its most recent MOT test.

Has PE05 ULF passed its MOT?

PE05 ULF has had 14 MOT tests with an 86% pass rate (12 passes, 2 failures). It last passed on 21 Mar 2019.

Is PE05 ULF ULEZ compliant?

Based on its fuel type and registration year, PE05 ULF 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 PE05 ULF?

PE05 ULF is approximately 21 years old. Age identifier 05 means registered between 1 March 2005 and 31 August 2005.