2005 Vauxhall Astra 1.8L Petrol · KL55 VTT
2005 Vauxhall Astra (1.8L, petrol). First registered 01 Sept 2005. Recorded mileage 137,504 miles. MOT valid until 02 Feb 2027. A manufacturer safety recall is currently outstanding.
- Make & Model
- VAUXHALL ASTRA
- Year / Origin
- 2005 · Borehamwood (Luton)
- Safety Recall
- Recall Notice
- MOT Status
- Valid until 02 Feb 2027
- Road Tax
- —
- Recorded Mileage
- 137,504 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- Check Required (Pre-Euro 4 Petrol)
- Fuel & Engine
- Petrol · 1.8L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
Outstanding Safety Recall Notice
Action RequiredOfficial DVSA telemetry indicates this vehicle has an unaddressed manufacturer safety recall. Remedial repairs are legally required to be carried out 100% free of charge by an authorised main dealer.
Thinking of buying this vehicle? Free MOT and tax checks do not cover legal ownership. If outstanding finance exists, finance companies have legal right to repossess without compensation.
KL55 VTT Key Findings
- 28 MOT tests recorded
- Outstanding manufacturer safety recall notice
- Latest MOT passed on 03/02/2026
- 137,504 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 10 historical MOT failures
- 7 defects noted at the latest MOT
Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.
KL55 VTT MOT History
Interpretation generated from the recorded test data above — not an official DVSA statement and not a substitute for an independent inspection.
28 MOT tests are recorded for this 2005 Vauxhall Astra (KL55 VTT) between July 2008 and February 2026.
The record contains 18 passes and 10 failures.
The most recent test on 03 February 2026 was a pass, although the earlier record includes 10 failures that buyers may want to investigate.
Across all tests, the most frequently flagged areas are: Brakes (22 issues), Tyres (21 issues), Steering (18 issues), Suspension (14 issues), Lighting (13 issues). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.
In total 81 advisory notices are recorded. Advisories flag items that passed but may need attention before the next test; they are not evidence of how well the vehicle has been serviced.
Recorded failure items include: “Emissions unable to be completed major exhaust blow (8.2.1.2 (d))”; “Front Steering rack has excessive free play detected at the steering wheel (steering rack fitted) both inner rack joints”; “Nearside Front Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))”.
KL55 VTT Mileage History
- 21/07/200830,090 mi
- 18/07/200936,332 mi+6,242 mi
- 14/07/201042,628 mi+6,296 mi
- 14/07/201159,285 mi+16,657 mi
- 24/07/201273,278 mi+13,993 mi
- 11/08/201273,561 mi+283 mi
- 21/02/201376,819 mi+3,258 mi
- 21/02/201376,819 mi
- 27/01/201482,884 mi+6,065 mi
- 22/01/201588,340 mi+5,456 mi
- 21/01/201694,653 mi+6,313 mi
- 22/01/201694,679 mi+26 mi
- 23/02/201799,829 mi+5,150 mi
- 23/02/201799,829 mi
- 16/01/2018105,544 mi+5,715 mi
- 23/01/2018105,693 mi+149 mi
- 18/01/2019114,405 mi+8,712 mi
- 21/01/2019114,405 mi
- 08/01/2020122,012 mi+7,607 mi
- 10/01/2020122,012 mi
- 03/02/2021127,150 mi+5,138 mi
- 04/02/2021127,150 mi
- 02/02/2022132,039 mi+4,889 mi
- 03/02/2023134,163 mi+2,124 mi
- 06/02/2023134,163 mi
- 28/03/2024137,422 mi+3,259 mi
- 02/04/2024137,423 mi+1 mi
- 03/02/2026137,504 mi+81 mi
Average of roughly 6,124 miles per year across 28 recorded odometer readings.
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MOT Roadworthiness: Below Average
This rating reflects historical MOT pass rates and recurring advisory wear patterns from official DVSA test logs. Note that roadworthiness does not verify outstanding finance, insurance write-offs, or stolen records.
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