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WR05 DKU

2005 Vauxhall Astra · Petrol · 1598cc

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

Vehicle summary

MakeVauxhall
ModelAstra
Year2005
FuelPetrol
Engine1598cc
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 1598cc has had 20 MOT tests on record, passing 17 and failing 3 (85% pass rate). It has 190,567 miles on the clock, averaging 10,028 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 WR05 DKU

Valid
MOT Status
Expires
190,567
Last Mileage
Recorded
20
Total Tests
Since 2008
85%
Pass Rate
17 passed, 3 failed

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

3

MOT failures recorded

Out of 20 tests on record
10,028

Average miles/year

Above UK average of 7,400
4

Gaps in MOT history

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

Mileage Analysis

Above average
Latest reading190,567 miles
Reading date
Miles last year9,170
Average per year10,028
Mileage consistencyVariable
Mileage over time for WR05 DKU 13k57k102k146k191k '08'26'18

Check WR05 DKU

Full MOT Test History 20 tests on record

PASS
Mileage190,567 miles
Since last MOT+9,170 miles
PASS
Mileage181,397 miles
Since last MOT+6,189 miles
PASS
Mileage175,208 miles
Since last MOT+6,096 miles
PASS
Mileage169,112 miles
Since last MOT+1,498 miles
PASS
Mileage167,614 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage167,614 miles
Since last MOT+7,106 miles
PASS
Mileage160,508 miles
Since last MOT+6,280 miles
PASS
Mileage154,228 miles
Since last MOT+6,278 miles
PASS
Mileage147,950 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage147,950 miles
Since last MOT+9,558 miles
PASS
Mileage138,392 miles
Since last MOT+9,566 miles
PASS
Mileage128,826 miles
Since last MOT+10,687 miles
PASS
Mileage118,139 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage118,139 miles
Since last MOT+23,685 miles
PASS
Mileage94,454 miles
Since last MOT+23,285 miles
PASS
Mileage71,169 miles
Since last MOT+21,568 miles
PASS
Mileage49,601 miles
Since last MOT+16,221 miles
PASS
Mileage33,380 miles
Since last MOT+15,546 miles
PASS
Mileage17,834 miles
Since last MOT+5,226 miles
PASS
Mileage12,608 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

RegistrationWR05 DKU
MakeVauxhall
ModelAstra
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1598cc
Year2005
First registered
Area codeWR — Bristol, West of England
Age identifier05 — March 2005 to August 2005

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About WR05 DKU

What car is WR05 DKU?

WR05 DKU is a blue Vauxhall Astra, petrol (1598cc). First registered in Bristol in 2005.

What is the mileage of WR05 DKU?

The last recorded mileage for WR05 DKU was 190,567 miles, recorded on 24 Feb 2026 during its most recent MOT test.

Has WR05 DKU passed its MOT?

WR05 DKU has had 20 MOT tests with an 85% pass rate (17 passes, 3 failures). It last passed on 24 Feb 2026.

Is WR05 DKU ULEZ compliant?

Based on its fuel type and registration year, WR05 DKU 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 WR05 DKU?

WR05 DKU is approximately 21 years old. Age identifier 05 means registered between 1 March 2005 and 31 August 2005.