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WV05 URF

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 15 MOT tests on record, passing 12 and failing 3 (80% pass rate). It has 123,477 miles on the clock, averaging 10,158 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 URF

MOT Status
Due date passed
123,477
Last Mileage
Recorded
15
Total Tests
Since 2008
80%
Pass Rate
12 passed, 3 failed

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

3

MOT failures recorded

Out of 15 tests on record
10,158

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 reading123,477 miles
Reading date
Miles last year12,413
Average per year10,158
Mileage consistencyVariable
Mileage over time for WV05 URF 21k47k72k98k123k '08'18'13

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Full MOT Test History 15 tests on record

PASS
Mileage123,477 miles
Since last MOT+12,413 miles
PASS
Mileage111,064 miles
Since last MOT+835 miles
PASS
Mileage110,229 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage110,229 miles
Since last MOT+3,820 miles
PASS
Mileage106,409 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage106,409 miles
Since last MOT+12,460 miles
PASS
Mileage93,949 miles
Since last MOT+8,508 miles
PASS
Mileage85,441 miles
Since last MOT+7,667 miles
PASS
Mileage77,774 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage77,774 miles
Since last MOT+3,411 miles
PASS
Mileage74,363 miles
Since last MOT+7,107 miles
PASS
Mileage67,256 miles
Since last MOT+14,032 miles
PASS
Mileage53,224 miles
Since last MOT+15,752 miles
PASS
Mileage37,472 miles
Since last MOT+16,120 miles
PASS
Mileage21,352 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 URF
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 URF

What car is WV05 URF?

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

What is the mileage of WV05 URF?

The last recorded mileage for WV05 URF was 123,477 miles, recorded on 11 May 2018 during its most recent MOT test.

Has WV05 URF passed its MOT?

WV05 URF has had 15 MOT tests with an 80% pass rate (12 passes, 3 failures). It last passed on 11 May 2018.

Is WV05 URF ULEZ compliant?

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

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