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PX05 XKN

2005 Vauxhall Astra · Petrol · 1598cc

Silver Registered in Carlisle, 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 28 MOT tests on record, passing 18 and failing 10 (64% pass rate). It has 62,052 miles on the clock, averaging 3,063 miles per year, well 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 PX05 XKN

MOT Status
Due date passed
62,052
Last Mileage
Recorded
28
Total Tests
Since 2008
64%
Pass Rate
18 passed, 10 failed

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

10

MOT failures recorded

Out of 28 tests on record
3,063

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

Low mileage
Latest reading62,052 miles
Reading date
Miles last year1
Average per year3,063
Mileage consistencyVariable
Mileage over time for PX05 XKN 9k23k36k49k62k '08'25'18

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Full MOT Test History 28 tests on record

PASS
Mileage62,052 miles
Since last MOT+1 miles
FAIL
Mileage62,051 miles
Since last MOT+491 miles
PASS
Mileage61,560 miles
Since last MOT+1 miles
FAIL
Mileage61,559 miles
Since last MOT+649 miles
PASS
Mileage60,910 miles
Since last MOT+2 miles
FAIL
Mileage60,908 miles
Since last MOT+2,325 miles
PASS
Mileage58,583 miles
Since last MOT+1 miles
FAIL
Mileage58,582 miles
Since last MOT+4,925 miles
PASS
Mileage53,657 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage53,657 miles
Since last MOT+10,649 miles
PASS
Mileage43,008 miles
Since last MOT+958 miles
PASS
Mileage42,050 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage42,050 miles
Since last MOT+4,793 miles
PASS
Mileage37,257 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage37,257 miles
Since last MOT+5,009 miles
PASS
Mileage32,248 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage32,248 miles
Since last MOT+4,645 miles
PASS
Mileage27,603 miles
Since last MOT+3,144 miles
FAIL
Mileage24,459 miles
Since last MOT+100 miles
PASS
Mileage24,359 miles
Since last MOT+2,421 miles
PASS
Mileage21,938 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage21,938 miles
Since last MOT+2,452 miles
PASS
Mileage19,486 miles
Since last MOT+2,416 miles
PASS
Mileage17,070 miles
Since last MOT+2,190 miles
PASS
Mileage14,880 miles
Since last MOT+1,724 miles
PASS
Mileage13,156 miles
Since last MOT+1,547 miles
PASS
Mileage11,609 miles
Since last MOT+2,267 miles
PASS
Mileage9,342 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

RegistrationPX05 XKN
MakeVauxhall
ModelAstra
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1598cc
Year2005
First registered
Area codePX — Carlisle, Preston
Age identifier05 — March 2005 to August 2005

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About PX05 XKN

What car is PX05 XKN?

PX05 XKN is a silver Vauxhall Astra, petrol (1598cc). First registered in Carlisle in 2005.

What is the mileage of PX05 XKN?

The last recorded mileage for PX05 XKN was 62,052 miles, recorded on 3 Jun 2025 during its most recent MOT test.

Has PX05 XKN passed its MOT?

PX05 XKN has had 28 MOT tests with a 64% pass rate (18 passes, 10 failures). It last passed on 3 Jun 2025.

Is PX05 XKN ULEZ compliant?

Based on its fuel type and registration year, PX05 XKN 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 PX05 XKN?

PX05 XKN is approximately 21 years old. Age identifier 05 means registered between 1 March 2005 and 31 August 2005.