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At a glance
This 2005 Vauxhall Astra Petrol 1796cc has had 12 MOT tests on record, passing 11 and failing once (92% pass rate). It has 165,984 miles on the clock, averaging 11,161 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 RN05 DZD
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Mileage Analysis
Above average| Latest reading | 165,984 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 5,780 |
| Average per year | 11,161 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 12 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 | RN05 DZD |
| Make | Vauxhall |
| Model | Astra |
| Colour | Silver |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1796cc |
| Year | 2005 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | RN — Reading, Reading |
| Age identifier | 05 — March 2005 to August 2005 |
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About RN05 DZD
What car is RN05 DZD?
RN05 DZD is an silver Vauxhall Astra, petrol (1796cc). First registered in Reading in 2005.
What is the mileage of RN05 DZD?
The last recorded mileage for RN05 DZD was 165,984 miles, recorded on 6 Feb 2019 during its most recent MOT test.
Has RN05 DZD passed its MOT?
RN05 DZD has had 12 MOT tests with an 92% pass rate (11 passes, 1 failure). It last passed on 6 Feb 2019.
Is RN05 DZD ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, RN05 DZD 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 RN05 DZD?
RN05 DZD is approximately 21 years old. Age identifier 05 means registered between 1 March 2005 and 31 August 2005.