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At a glance
This 2005 Vauxhall Astra Petrol 1598cc has had 19 MOT tests on record, passing 11 and failing 8 (58% pass rate). It has 79,444 miles on the clock, averaging 4,039 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 SW05 AFA
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Low mileage| Latest reading | 79,444 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 8 |
| Average per year | 4,039 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 19 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 | SW05 AFA |
| Make | Vauxhall |
| Model | Astra |
| Colour | Black |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1598cc |
| Year | 2005 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | SW — Aberdeen, Scotland |
| Age identifier | 05 — March 2005 to August 2005 |
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About SW05 AFA
What car is SW05 AFA?
SW05 AFA is an black Vauxhall Astra, petrol (1598cc). First registered in Aberdeen in 2005.
What is the mileage of SW05 AFA?
The last recorded mileage for SW05 AFA was 79,444 miles, recorded on 22 Sep 2020 during its most recent MOT test.
Has SW05 AFA passed its MOT?
SW05 AFA has had 19 MOT tests with a 58% pass rate (11 passes, 8 failures). It last passed on 22 Sep 2020.
Is SW05 AFA ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, SW05 AFA 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 SW05 AFA?
SW05 AFA is approximately 21 years old. Age identifier 05 means registered between 1 March 2005 and 31 August 2005.