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At a glance
This 2005 Vauxhall Astra Petrol 1598cc has had 11 MOT tests on record, passing 10 and failing once (91% pass rate). It has 97,083 miles on the clock, averaging 6,448 miles per year, 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 YHZ
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Mileage Analysis
Below average| Latest reading | 97,083 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 20,064 |
| Average per year | 6,448 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 11 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 YHZ |
| Make | Vauxhall |
| Model | Astra |
| Colour | Silver |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1598cc |
| Year | 2005 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | YP — Sheffield, Yorkshire |
| Age identifier | 05 — March 2005 to August 2005 |
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About YP05 YHZ
What car is YP05 YHZ?
YP05 YHZ is a silver Vauxhall Astra, petrol (1598cc). First registered in Sheffield in 2005.
What is the mileage of YP05 YHZ?
The last recorded mileage for YP05 YHZ was 97,083 miles, recorded on 17 Jan 2018 during its most recent MOT test.
Has YP05 YHZ passed its MOT?
YP05 YHZ has had 11 MOT tests with an 91% pass rate (10 passes, 1 failure). It last passed on 17 Jan 2018.
Is YP05 YHZ ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, YP05 YHZ 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 YHZ?
YP05 YHZ is approximately 21 years old. Age identifier 05 means registered between 1 March 2005 and 31 August 2005.