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At a glance
This 2005 Vauxhall Astra Petrol 1796cc has had 9 MOT tests on record, passing 8 and failing once (89% pass rate). It has 60,573 miles on the clock, averaging 4,595 miles per year, well below the UK average of 7,400. Common Vauxhall Astra issues include central locking door mechanism and passenger compartment wiring connectors.
MOT & Mileage History for YP05 XPC
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Mileage Analysis
Low mileage| Latest reading | 60,573 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 3,771 |
| Average per year | 4,595 |
| Mileage consistency | Consistent |
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Full MOT Test History 9 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 | YP05 XPC |
| Make | Vauxhall |
| Model | Astra |
| Colour | Silver |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1796cc |
| Year | 2005 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | YP — Sheffield, Yorkshire |
| Age identifier | 05 — March 2005 to August 2005 |
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About YP05 XPC
What car is YP05 XPC?
YP05 XPC is a silver Vauxhall Astra, petrol (1796cc). First registered in Sheffield in 2005.
What is the mileage of YP05 XPC?
The last recorded mileage for YP05 XPC was 60,573 miles, recorded on 1 Dec 2016 during its most recent MOT test.
Has YP05 XPC passed its MOT?
YP05 XPC has had 9 MOT tests with an 89% pass rate (8 passes, 1 failure). It last passed on 1 Dec 2016.
Is YP05 XPC ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, YP05 XPC 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 YP05 XPC?
YP05 XPC is approximately 21 years old. Age identifier 05 means registered between 1 March 2005 and 31 August 2005.