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At a glance
This 2005 Vauxhall Astra Petrol 1796cc has had 24 MOT tests on record, passing 17 and failing 7 (71% pass rate). It has 131,260 miles on the clock, averaging 7,520 miles per year, around the UK average of 7,400. Common Vauxhall Astra issues include central locking door mechanism and passenger compartment wiring connectors.
MOT & Mileage History for WP05 AYK
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
About average| Latest reading | 131,260 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Average per year | 7,520 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 24 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 | WP05 AYK |
| Make | Vauxhall |
| Model | Astra |
| Colour | Silver |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1796cc |
| Year | 2005 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | WP — Bristol, West of England |
| Age identifier | 05 — March 2005 to August 2005 |
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About WP05 AYK
What car is WP05 AYK?
WP05 AYK is a silver Vauxhall Astra, petrol (1796cc). First registered in Bristol in 2005.
What is the mileage of WP05 AYK?
The last recorded mileage for WP05 AYK was 131,260 miles, recorded on 2 Nov 2023 during its most recent MOT test.
Has WP05 AYK passed its MOT?
WP05 AYK has had 24 MOT tests with a 71% pass rate (17 passes, 7 failures). It last passed on 2 Nov 2023.
Is WP05 AYK ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, WP05 AYK 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 WP05 AYK?
WP05 AYK is approximately 21 years old. Age identifier 05 means registered between 1 March 2005 and 31 August 2005.