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PY05 DUU

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 15 MOT tests on record, passing 11 and failing 4 (73% pass rate). It has 125,417 miles on the clock, averaging 9,585 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 PY05 DUU

MOT Status
Due date passed
125,417
Last Mileage
Recorded
15
Total Tests
Since 2008
73%
Pass Rate
11 passed, 4 failed

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

4

MOT failures recorded

Out of 15 tests on record
9,585

Average miles/year

Above UK average of 7,400
2

Gaps in MOT history

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

Mileage Analysis

Above average
Latest reading125,417 miles
Reading date
Miles last year311
Average per year9,585
Mileage consistencyVariable
Mileage over time for PY05 DUU 22k48k74k100k125k '08'19'14

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Full MOT Test History 15 tests on record

PASS
Mileage125,417 miles
Since last MOT+311 miles
FAIL
Mileage125,106 miles
Since last MOT+18,851 miles
PASS
Mileage106,255 miles
Since last MOT+6,753 miles
PASS
Mileage99,502 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage99,502 miles
Since last MOT+11,086 miles
PASS
Mileage88,416 miles
Since last MOT+3,194 miles
PASS
Mileage85,222 miles
Since last MOT+9,252 miles
PASS
Mileage75,970 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage75,970 miles
Since last MOT+8,069 miles
PASS
Mileage67,901 miles
Since last MOT+8,021 miles
PASS
Mileage59,880 miles
Since last MOT+11,426 miles
PASS
Mileage48,454 miles
Since last MOT+14,171 miles
FAIL
Mileage34,283 miles
Since last MOT+5,256 miles
PASS
Mileage29,027 miles
Since last MOT+7,050 miles
PASS
Mileage21,977 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

RegistrationPY05 DUU
MakeVauxhall
ModelAstra
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1598cc
Year2005
First registered
Area codePY — Carlisle, Preston
Age identifier05 — March 2005 to August 2005

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About PY05 DUU

What car is PY05 DUU?

PY05 DUU is a silver Vauxhall Astra, petrol (1598cc). First registered in Carlisle in 2005.

What is the mileage of PY05 DUU?

The last recorded mileage for PY05 DUU was 125,417 miles, recorded on 12 Feb 2019 during its most recent MOT test.

Has PY05 DUU passed its MOT?

PY05 DUU has had 15 MOT tests with a 73% pass rate (11 passes, 4 failures). It last passed on 12 Feb 2019.

Is PY05 DUU ULEZ compliant?

Based on its fuel type and registration year, PY05 DUU 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 PY05 DUU?

PY05 DUU is approximately 21 years old. Age identifier 05 means registered between 1 March 2005 and 31 August 2005.