2005 Vauxhall Astra 1.8L Petrol · KX05 YUE
2005 Vauxhall Astra (1.8L, petrol). First registered 09 Mar 2005. Recorded mileage 254,307 miles. MOT valid until 17 Mar 2027.
- Make & Model
- VAUXHALL ASTRA
- Year / Origin
- 2005 · Northampton
- Safety Recall
- Unknown
- MOT Status
- Valid until 17 Mar 2027
- Road Tax
- —
- Recorded Mileage
- 254,307 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- Check Required (Pre-Euro 4 Petrol)
- Fuel & Engine
- Petrol · 1.8L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
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KX05 YUE Key Findings
- 5 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 09/03/2026
- 254,307 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 3 defects noted at the latest MOT
- Recurring brakes items (7 mentions)
Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.
KX05 YUE MOT History
Interpretation generated from the recorded test data above — not an official DVSA statement and not a substitute for an independent inspection.
5 MOT tests are recorded for this 2005 Vauxhall Astra (KX05 YUE) between March 2022 and March 2026.
The record contains 5 passes and 0 failures.
The record shows no MOT failures, although 9 advisory notices note items to monitor.
Across all tests, the most frequently flagged areas are: Brakes (7 issues), Tyres (2 issues). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.
In total 9 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.
KX05 YUE Mileage History
- 17/03/2022230,283 mi
- 10/03/2023233,992 mi+3,709 mi
- 01/03/2024240,468 mi+6,476 mi
- 21/02/2025246,597 mi+6,129 mi
- 09/03/2026254,307 mi+7,710 mi
Average of roughly 6,039 miles per year across 5 recorded odometer readings.
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MOT Roadworthiness: Good
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