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WF05 EVC

2005 Vauxhall Astra · Petrol · 1796cc

Blue Registered in Exeter, West of England · 21 years old

Vehicle summary

MakeVauxhall
ModelAstra
Year2005
FuelPetrol
Engine1796cc
ColourBlue
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 17 MOT tests on record, passing 11 and failing 6 (65% pass rate). It has 71,193 miles on the clock, averaging 4,263 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 WF05 EVC

MOT Status
Due date passed
71,193
Last Mileage
Recorded
17
Total Tests
Since 2008
65%
Pass Rate
11 passed, 6 failed

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

6

MOT failures recorded

Out of 17 tests on record
4,263

Average miles/year

Below UK average of 7,400
0

Gaps in MOT history

No gaps detected in MOT coverage

Mileage Analysis

Low mileage
Latest reading71,193 miles
Reading date
Miles last year1
Average per year4,263
Mileage consistencyConsistent
Mileage over time for WF05 EVC 24k36k48k60k71k '08'19'15

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Full MOT Test History 17 tests on record

PASS
Mileage71,193 miles
Since last MOT+1 miles
FAIL
Mileage71,192 miles
Since last MOT+2,618 miles
PASS
Mileage68,574 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage68,574 miles
Since last MOT+2,978 miles
PASS
Mileage65,596 miles
Since last MOT+2,707 miles
PASS
Mileage62,889 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage62,889 miles
Since last MOT+3,334 miles
PASS
Mileage59,555 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage59,555 miles
Since last MOT+3,355 miles
PASS
Mileage56,200 miles
Since last MOT+3,963 miles
PASS
Mileage52,237 miles
Since last MOT+3,287 miles
PASS
Mileage48,950 miles
Since last MOT+3,258 miles
PASS
Mileage45,692 miles
Since last MOT+600 miles
FAIL
Mileage45,092 miles
Since last MOT+7,247 miles
PASS
Mileage37,845 miles
Since last MOT+7,717 miles
PASS
Mileage30,128 miles
Since last MOT+5,693 miles
FAIL
Mileage24,435 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

RegistrationWF05 EVC
MakeVauxhall
ModelAstra
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1796cc
Year2005
First registered
Area codeWF — Exeter, West of England
Age identifier05 — March 2005 to August 2005

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About WF05 EVC

What car is WF05 EVC?

WF05 EVC is a blue Vauxhall Astra, petrol (1796cc). First registered in Exeter in 2005.

What is the mileage of WF05 EVC?

The last recorded mileage for WF05 EVC was 71,193 miles, recorded on 27 Mar 2019 during its most recent MOT test.

Has WF05 EVC passed its MOT?

WF05 EVC has had 17 MOT tests with a 65% pass rate (11 passes, 6 failures). It last passed on 27 Mar 2019.

Is WF05 EVC ULEZ compliant?

Based on its fuel type and registration year, WF05 EVC 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 WF05 EVC?

WF05 EVC is approximately 21 years old. Age identifier 05 means registered between 1 March 2005 and 31 August 2005.