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WF05 WCU

2005 Vauxhall Astra · Petrol · 1796cc

Silver Registered in Exeter, West of England · 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 3 MOT tests on record, passing 2 and failing once (67% pass rate). It has 40,316 miles on the clock, averaging 5,032 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 WF05 WCU

MOT Status
Due date passed
40,316
Last Mileage
Recorded
3
Total Tests
Since 2008
67%
Pass Rate
2 passed, 1 failed

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

1

MOT failure recorded

Out of 3 tests on record
5,032

Average miles/year

Below UK average of 7,400
0

Gaps in MOT history

No gaps detected in MOT coverage

Mileage Analysis

Below average
Latest reading40,316 miles
Reading date
Miles last year5,009
Average per year5,032
Mileage consistencyConsistent
Mileage over time for WF05 WCU 31k34k36k38k40k '08'10'09

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Full MOT Test History 3 tests on record

FAIL
Mileage40,316 miles
Since last MOT+5,009 miles
PASS
Mileage35,307 miles
Since last MOT+4,005 miles
PASS
Mileage31,302 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 WCU
MakeVauxhall
ModelAstra
ColourSilver
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 WCU

What car is WF05 WCU?

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

What is the mileage of WF05 WCU?

The last recorded mileage for WF05 WCU was 40,316 miles, recorded on 5 Jan 2010 during its most recent MOT test.

Has WF05 WCU passed its MOT?

WF05 WCU has had 3 MOT tests with a 67% pass rate (2 passes, 1 failure). It last was tested on 5 Jan 2010.

Is WF05 WCU ULEZ compliant?

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

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