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At a glance
This 2005 Vauxhall Astra Diesel 1686cc has had 10 MOT tests on record, passing 7 and failing 3 (70% pass rate). It has 131,294 miles on the clock, averaging 12,526 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 YA05 JVL
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Mileage Analysis
Above average| Latest reading | 131,294 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 48 |
| Average per year | 12,526 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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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 | YA05 JVL |
| Make | Vauxhall |
| Model | Astra |
| Colour | Silver |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1686cc |
| Year | 2005 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | YA — Leeds, Yorkshire |
| Age identifier | 05 — March 2005 to August 2005 |
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About YA05 JVL
What car is YA05 JVL?
YA05 JVL is a silver Vauxhall Astra, diesel (1686cc). First registered in Leeds in 2005.
What is the mileage of YA05 JVL?
The last recorded mileage for YA05 JVL was 131,294 miles, recorded on 5 Sep 2014 during its most recent MOT test.
Has YA05 JVL passed its MOT?
YA05 JVL has had 10 MOT tests with a 70% pass rate (7 passes, 3 failures). It last passed on 5 Sep 2014.
Is YA05 JVL ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, YA05 JVL is likely not ULEZ compliant. As a diesel vehicle registered in 2005, it typically does not meet the Euro 6 emission standard required. This is an estimate — confirm with TfL's ULEZ checker.
How old is YA05 JVL?
YA05 JVL is approximately 21 years old. Age identifier 05 means registered between 1 March 2005 and 31 August 2005.