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WM05 DLU

2005 Vauxhall Astra · Diesel · 1686cc

Silver Registered in Bristol, West of England · 21 years old

Vehicle summary

MakeVauxhall
ModelAstra
Year2005
FuelDiesel
Engine1686cc
ColourSilver
ULEZ (est.)Likely Non-compliantDiesel pre-2015
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 Diesel 1686cc has had 7 MOT tests on record, passing 5 and failing 2 (71% pass rate). It has 173,978 miles on the clock, averaging 21,173 miles per year, above the UK average of 7,400. Common Vauxhall Astra issues include central locking door mechanism and passenger compartment wiring connectors.

MOT & Mileage History for WM05 DLU

MOT Status
Due date passed
173,978
Last Mileage
Recorded
7
Total Tests
Since 2008
71%
Pass Rate
5 passed, 2 failed

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

2

MOT failures recorded

Out of 7 tests on record
21,173

Average miles/year

Above UK average of 7,400
1

Gap in MOT history

Periods with no valid MOT — may have been SORN or untaxed

Mileage Analysis

Above average
Latest reading173,978 miles
Reading date
Miles last year125
Average per year21,173
Mileage consistencyConsistent
Mileage over time for WM05 DLU 66k93k120k147k174k '08'13'11

Check WM05 DLU

Full MOT Test History 7 tests on record

PASS
Mileage173,978 miles
Since last MOT+125 miles
FAIL
Mileage173,853 miles
Since last MOT+21,725 miles
PASS
Mileage152,128 miles
Since last MOT+19,259 miles
PASS
Mileage132,869 miles
Since last MOT+23,820 miles
PASS
Mileage109,049 miles
Since last MOT+21,073 miles
PASS
Mileage87,976 miles
Since last MOT+21,585 miles
FAIL
Mileage66,391 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

RegistrationWM05 DLU
MakeVauxhall
ModelAstra
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1686cc
Year2005
First registered
Area codeWM — Bristol, West of England
Age identifier05 — March 2005 to August 2005

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About WM05 DLU

What car is WM05 DLU?

WM05 DLU is a silver Vauxhall Astra, diesel (1686cc). First registered in Bristol in 2005.

What is the mileage of WM05 DLU?

The last recorded mileage for WM05 DLU was 173,978 miles, recorded on 16 Apr 2013 during its most recent MOT test.

Has WM05 DLU passed its MOT?

WM05 DLU has had 7 MOT tests with a 71% pass rate (5 passes, 2 failures). It last passed on 16 Apr 2013.

Is WM05 DLU ULEZ compliant?

Based on its fuel type and registration year, WM05 DLU is likely not ULEZ compliant. As a diesel vehicle registered in 2005, it typically does not meet the Euro 6 emission standard required. This is an estimate — confirm with TfL's ULEZ checker.

How old is WM05 DLU?

WM05 DLU is approximately 21 years old. Age identifier 05 means registered between 1 March 2005 and 31 August 2005.