The road tax status for KU05 UWS is recorded as available on IsItAGoodCar.

When is the MOT due for KU05 UWS?

The MOT for KU05 UWS is valid and due for renewal on or before 10 February 2027.

What is the recorded mileage of KU05 UWS?

The recorded mileage for KU05 UWS is 182,704 miles, recorded at its most recent DVSA MOT test.

Is KU05 UWS ULEZ compliant?

No, KU05 UWS does not meet standard ULEZ emissions requirements and would incur a daily charge when driven within the London Ultra Low Emission Zone.

Official DVLA Record

MOT Valid

2005 Vauxhall Astra 1.7L Diesel · KU05 UWS

KU05 UWS

2005 Vauxhall Astra (1.7L, diesel). First registered 08 Mar 2005. Recorded mileage 182,704 miles. MOT valid until 10 Feb 2027.

Make & Model: VAUXHALL ASTRA
Year / Origin: 2005 · Northampton
Safety Recall: Unknown
MOT Status: Valid until 10 Feb 2027
Road Tax: —
Recorded Mileage: 182,704 mi
ULEZ Compliance: Non-Compliant (Pre-Euro 6 Diesel)
Fuel & Engine: Diesel · 1.7L
Reliability Guide: Common Faults

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Year

2005

Engine

1686cc

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KU05 UWS Key Findings

32 MOT tests recorded
Latest MOT passed on 30/01/2026
182,704 miles recorded at latest MOT
13 historical MOT failures
7 defects noted at the latest MOT
Recurring brakes items (21 mentions)

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KU05 UWS MOT History

Vehicle record last updated: 4 Nov 2026, 09:40

MOT Analysis

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32 MOT tests are recorded for this 2005 Vauxhall Astra (KU05 UWS) between March 2008 and January 2026.

The record contains 19 passes and 13 failures.

The most recent test on 30 January 2026 was a pass, although the earlier record includes 13 failures that buyers may want to investigate.

Across all tests, the most frequently flagged areas are: Brakes (21 issues), Lighting (15 issues), Suspension (12 issues), Tyres (11 issues), Steering (8 issues). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.

In total 65 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: “Rear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))”; “Offside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))”; “Emissions not tested excessive smoke (8.2.2.2 (e))”.

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KU05 UWS Mileage History

01/03/200830,725 mi
01/03/200830,725 mi
07/03/200955,272 mi+24,547 mi
06/03/201065,517 mi+10,245 mi
07/02/201181,890 mi+16,373 mi
07/02/201181,890 mi
04/02/201293,765 mi+11,875 mi
26/01/2013106,831 mi+13,066 mi
02/02/2013107,057 mi+226 mi
25/01/2014120,127 mi+13,070 mi
01/02/2014120,317 mi+190 mi
08/01/2015129,213 mi+8,896 mi
08/01/2015129,246 mi+33 mi
04/02/2016136,903 mi+7,657 mi
06/02/2016136,953 mi+50 mi
23/01/2017142,867 mi+5,914 mi
24/01/2017142,918 mi+51 mi
05/02/2018149,353 mi+6,435 mi
08/02/2019154,634 mi+5,281 mi
11/02/2019154,667 mi+33 mi
24/01/2020159,110 mi+4,443 mi
28/01/2020159,177 mi+67 mi
01/02/2021162,578 mi+3,401 mi
02/02/2021162,614 mi+36 mi
01/02/2022166,714 mi+4,100 mi
01/02/2022166,714 mi
26/01/2023171,163 mi+4,449 mi
06/02/2024175,744 mi+4,581 mi
29/01/2025180,331 mi+4,587 mi
29/01/2025180,331 mi
20/01/2026182,692 mi+2,361 mi
30/01/2026182,704 mi+12 mi

Average of roughly 8,483 miles per year across 32 recorded odometer readings.

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MOT Roadworthiness: Average

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