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At a glance
This 2005 Vauxhall Astra Petrol 1598cc has had 18 MOT tests on record, passing 13 and failing 5 (72% pass rate). It has 124,582 miles on the clock, averaging 8,161 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 WV05 FRD
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Mileage Analysis
About average| Latest reading | 124,582 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Average per year | 8,161 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 18 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 | WV05 FRD |
| Make | Vauxhall |
| Model | Astra |
| Colour | Grey |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1598cc |
| Year | 2005 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | WV — Bristol, West of England |
| Age identifier | 05 — March 2005 to August 2005 |
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About WV05 FRD
What car is WV05 FRD?
WV05 FRD is a grey Vauxhall Astra, petrol (1598cc). First registered in Bristol in 2005.
What is the mileage of WV05 FRD?
The last recorded mileage for WV05 FRD was 124,582 miles, recorded on 4 Jun 2020 during its most recent MOT test.
Has WV05 FRD passed its MOT?
WV05 FRD has had 18 MOT tests with a 72% pass rate (13 passes, 5 failures). It last passed on 4 Jun 2020.
Is WV05 FRD ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, WV05 FRD 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 WV05 FRD?
WV05 FRD is approximately 21 years old. Age identifier 05 means registered between 1 March 2005 and 31 August 2005.