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SY05 MXA

2005 Vauxhall Astra · Petrol · 1796cc

Silver Registered in Inverness, Scotland · 21 years old

Vehicle summary

MakeVauxhall
ModelAstra
Year2005
FuelPetrol
Engine1796cc
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 1796cc has had 20 MOT tests on record, passing 14 and failing 6 (70% pass rate). It has 82,762 miles on the clock, averaging 5,123 miles per year, 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 SY05 MXA

MOT Status
Due date passed
82,762
Last Mileage
Recorded
20
Total Tests
Since 2008
70%
Pass Rate
14 passed, 6 failed

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

6

MOT failures recorded

Out of 20 tests on record
5,123

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

Below average
Latest reading82,762 miles
Reading date
Miles last year7,645
Average per year5,123
Mileage consistencyVariable
Mileage over time for SY05 MXA 18k34k50k66k83k '08'20'14

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Full MOT Test History 20 tests on record

PASS
Mileage82,762 miles
Since last MOT+7,645 miles
PASS
Mileage75,117 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage75,117 miles
Since last MOT+4,973 miles
PASS
Mileage70,144 miles
Since last MOT+6,944 miles
PASS
Mileage63,200 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage63,200 miles
Since last MOT+8,098 miles
PASS
Mileage55,102 miles
Since last MOT+10,976 miles
PASS
Mileage44,126 miles
Since last MOT+9,318 miles
PASS
Mileage34,808 miles
Since last MOT+21 miles
FAIL
Mileage34,787 miles
Since last MOT+1,047 miles
PASS
Mileage33,740 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage33,740 miles
Since last MOT+2,294 miles
PASS
Mileage31,446 miles
Since last MOT+3,234 miles
PASS
Mileage28,212 miles
Since last MOT+2,930 miles
PASS
Mileage25,282 miles
Since last MOT+2 miles
FAIL
Mileage25,280 miles
Since last MOT+4,707 miles
PASS
Mileage20,573 miles
Since last MOT+2 miles
FAIL
Mileage20,571 miles
Since last MOT+2,937 miles
PASS
Mileage17,634 miles
Since last MOT+121 miles
PASS
Mileage17,513 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

RegistrationSY05 MXA
MakeVauxhall
ModelAstra
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1796cc
Year2005
First registered
Area codeSY — Inverness, Scotland
Age identifier05 — March 2005 to August 2005

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About SY05 MXA

What car is SY05 MXA?

SY05 MXA is an silver Vauxhall Astra, petrol (1796cc). First registered in Inverness in 2005.

What is the mileage of SY05 MXA?

The last recorded mileage for SY05 MXA was 82,762 miles, recorded on 16 Nov 2020 during its most recent MOT test.

Has SY05 MXA passed its MOT?

SY05 MXA has had 20 MOT tests with a 70% pass rate (14 passes, 6 failures). It last passed on 16 Nov 2020.

Is SY05 MXA ULEZ compliant?

Based on its fuel type and registration year, SY05 MXA 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 SY05 MXA?

SY05 MXA is approximately 21 years old. Age identifier 05 means registered between 1 March 2005 and 31 August 2005.