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At a glance
This 2005 Vauxhall Astra Petrol 1598cc has had 9 MOT tests on record, passing 7 and failing 2 (78% pass rate). It has 47,734 miles on the clock, averaging 3,693 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 ST05 PXJ
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Mileage Analysis
Low mileage| Latest reading | 47,734 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 4,452 |
| Average per year | 3,693 |
| Mileage consistency | Consistent |
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Full MOT Test History 9 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 | ST05 PXJ |
| Make | Vauxhall |
| Model | Astra |
| Colour | Blue |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1598cc |
| Year | 2005 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | ST — Dundee, Scotland |
| Age identifier | 05 — March 2005 to August 2005 |
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About ST05 PXJ
What car is ST05 PXJ?
ST05 PXJ is an blue Vauxhall Astra, petrol (1598cc). First registered in Dundee in 2005.
What is the mileage of ST05 PXJ?
The last recorded mileage for ST05 PXJ was 47,734 miles, recorded on 16 Jun 2015 during its most recent MOT test.
Has ST05 PXJ passed its MOT?
ST05 PXJ has had 9 MOT tests with a 78% pass rate (7 passes, 2 failures). It last passed on 16 Jun 2015.
Is ST05 PXJ ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, ST05 PXJ 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 ST05 PXJ?
ST05 PXJ is approximately 21 years old. Age identifier 05 means registered between 1 March 2005 and 31 August 2005.