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PF05 WEA

2005 Vauxhall Astra · Petrol · 1796cc

Silver Registered in Preston, Preston · 21 years old

Vehicle summary

MakeVauxhall
ModelAstra
Year2005
FuelPetrol
Engine1796cc
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 1796cc has had 8 MOT tests on record, passing 7 and failing once (88% pass rate). It has 93,782 miles on the clock, averaging 9,027 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 PF05 WEA

MOT Status
Due date passed
93,782
Last Mileage
Recorded
8
Total Tests
Since 2008
88%
Pass Rate
7 passed, 1 failed

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

1

MOT failure recorded

Out of 8 tests on record
9,027

Average miles/year

Above UK average of 7,400
1

Gap in MOT history

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

Mileage Analysis

Above average
Latest reading93,782 miles
Reading date
Miles last year9,256
Average per year9,027
Mileage consistencyConsistent
Mileage over time for PF05 WEA 45k57k69k82k94k '08'13'10

Check PF05 WEA

Full MOT Test History 8 tests on record

PASS
Mileage93,782 miles
Since last MOT+9,256 miles
PASS
Mileage84,526 miles
Since last MOT+5,921 miles
PASS
Mileage78,605 miles
Since last MOT+6,201 miles
PASS
Mileage72,404 miles
Since last MOT+11,736 miles
PASS
Mileage60,668 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage60,668 miles
Since last MOT+12,282 miles
PASS
Mileage48,386 miles
Since last MOT+3,360 miles
PASS
Mileage45,026 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

RegistrationPF05 WEA
MakeVauxhall
ModelAstra
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1796cc
Year2005
First registered
Area codePF — Preston, Preston
Age identifier05 — March 2005 to August 2005

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About PF05 WEA

What car is PF05 WEA?

PF05 WEA is a silver Vauxhall Astra, petrol (1796cc). First registered in Preston in 2005.

What is the mileage of PF05 WEA?

The last recorded mileage for PF05 WEA was 93,782 miles, recorded on 30 Oct 2013 during its most recent MOT test.

Has PF05 WEA passed its MOT?

PF05 WEA has had 8 MOT tests with an 88% pass rate (7 passes, 1 failure). It last passed on 30 Oct 2013.

Is PF05 WEA ULEZ compliant?

Based on its fuel type and registration year, PF05 WEA 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 PF05 WEA?

PF05 WEA is approximately 21 years old. Age identifier 05 means registered between 1 March 2005 and 31 August 2005.