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WV05 SZR

2005 Vauxhall Astra · Petrol · 1598cc

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

Vehicle summary

MakeVauxhall
ModelAstra
Year2005
FuelPetrol
Engine1598cc
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 1598cc has had 13 MOT tests on record, passing 10 and failing 3 (77% pass rate). It has 124,041 miles on the clock, averaging 11,025 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 WV05 SZR

MOT Status
Due date passed
124,041
Last Mileage
Recorded
13
Total Tests
Since 2008
77%
Pass Rate
10 passed, 3 failed

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

3

MOT failures recorded

Out of 13 tests on record
11,025

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 reading124,041 miles
Reading date
Miles last year12,062
Average per year11,025
Mileage consistencyConsistent
Mileage over time for WV05 SZR 16k43k70k97k124k '08'17'14

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Full MOT Test History 13 tests on record

FAIL
Mileage124,041 miles
Since last MOT+12,062 miles
PASS
Mileage111,979 miles
Since last MOT+10,361 miles
PASS
Mileage101,618 miles
Since last MOT+2 miles
FAIL
Mileage101,616 miles
Since last MOT+10,395 miles
PASS
Mileage91,221 miles
Since last MOT+15,009 miles
PASS
Mileage76,212 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage76,212 miles
Since last MOT+14,107 miles
PASS
Mileage62,105 miles
Since last MOT+11,159 miles
PASS
Mileage50,946 miles
Since last MOT+14,430 miles
PASS
Mileage36,516 miles
Since last MOT+6,121 miles
PASS
Mileage30,395 miles
Since last MOT+7,796 miles
PASS
Mileage22,599 miles
Since last MOT+6,828 miles
PASS
Mileage15,771 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

RegistrationWV05 SZR
MakeVauxhall
ModelAstra
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1598cc
Year2005
First registered
Area codeWV — Bristol, West of England
Age identifier05 — March 2005 to August 2005

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About WV05 SZR

What car is WV05 SZR?

WV05 SZR is a silver Vauxhall Astra, petrol (1598cc). First registered in Bristol in 2005.

What is the mileage of WV05 SZR?

The last recorded mileage for WV05 SZR was 124,041 miles, recorded on 2 Nov 2017 during its most recent MOT test.

Has WV05 SZR passed its MOT?

WV05 SZR has had 13 MOT tests with a 77% pass rate (10 passes, 3 failures). It last was tested on 2 Nov 2017.

Is WV05 SZR ULEZ compliant?

Based on its fuel type and registration year, WV05 SZR 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 SZR?

WV05 SZR is approximately 21 years old. Age identifier 05 means registered between 1 March 2005 and 31 August 2005.