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YC05 EZR

2005 Vauxhall Astra · Diesel · 1686cc

Red Registered in Leeds, Yorkshire · 21 years old

Vehicle summary

MakeVauxhall
ModelAstra
Year2005
FuelDiesel
Engine1686cc
ColourRed
ULEZ (est.)Likely Non-compliantDiesel pre-2015
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 Diesel 1686cc has had 14 MOT tests on record, passing 8 and failing 6 (57% pass rate). It has 125,710 miles on the clock, averaging 8,005 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 YC05 EZR

MOT Status
Due date passed
125,710
Last Mileage
Recorded
14
Total Tests
Since 2008
57%
Pass Rate
8 passed, 6 failed

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

6

MOT failures recorded

Out of 14 tests on record
8,005

Average miles/year

Around UK average of 7,400
2

Gaps in MOT history

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

Mileage Analysis

About average
Latest reading125,710 miles
Reading date
Miles last year24
Average per year8,005
Mileage consistencyVariable
Mileage over time for YC05 EZR 65k80k95k110k126k '08'15'12

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Full MOT Test History 14 tests on record

PASS
Mileage125,710 miles
Since last MOT+24 miles
FAIL
Mileage125,686 miles
Since last MOT+3,680 miles
PASS
Mileage122,006 miles
Since last MOT+4,750 miles
PASS
Mileage117,256 miles
Since last MOT+23 miles
FAIL
Mileage117,233 miles
Since last MOT+10,077 miles
PASS
Mileage107,156 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage107,156 miles
Since last MOT+11,538 miles
PASS
Mileage95,618 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage95,618 miles
Since last MOT+14,349 miles
FAIL
Mileage81,269 miles
Since last MOT+9,554 miles
PASS
Mileage71,715 miles
Since last MOT+4,563 miles
PASS
Mileage67,152 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage67,152 miles
Since last MOT+2,390 miles
PASS
Mileage64,762 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

RegistrationYC05 EZR
MakeVauxhall
ModelAstra
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1686cc
Year2005
First registered
Area codeYC — Leeds, Yorkshire
Age identifier05 — March 2005 to August 2005

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About YC05 EZR

What car is YC05 EZR?

YC05 EZR is a red Vauxhall Astra, diesel (1686cc). First registered in Leeds in 2005.

What is the mileage of YC05 EZR?

The last recorded mileage for YC05 EZR was 125,710 miles, recorded on 24 Sep 2015 during its most recent MOT test.

Has YC05 EZR passed its MOT?

YC05 EZR has had 14 MOT tests with a 57% pass rate (8 passes, 6 failures). It last passed on 24 Sep 2015.

Is YC05 EZR ULEZ compliant?

Based on its fuel type and registration year, YC05 EZR 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 YC05 EZR?

YC05 EZR is approximately 21 years old. Age identifier 05 means registered between 1 March 2005 and 31 August 2005.