Yes, RF05 UAR is taxed. Road tax is currently valid until 1 March 2027 according to DVLA records.

When is the MOT due for RF05 UAR?

The MOT for RF05 UAR is valid and due for renewal on or before 6 February 2027.

What is the recorded mileage of RF05 UAR?

The recorded mileage for RF05 UAR is 174,802 miles, recorded at its most recent DVSA MOT test.

Is RF05 UAR ULEZ compliant?

No, RF05 UAR 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

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Road Tax Paid

2005 Vauxhall Astra 1.8L Petrol · RF05 UAR

RF05 UAR

2005 Vauxhall Astra (1.8L, petrol). First registered 01/04/2005. Recorded mileage 174,802 miles. MOT valid until 06/02/2027. Taxed until 01/03/2027.

Make & Model: VAUXHALL ASTRA
Year / Origin: 2005 · Reading
MOT Status: Valid until 06/02/2027
Road Tax: Taxed (01/03/2027)
Recorded Mileage: 174,802 mi
ULEZ Compliance: Check Required (Pre-Euro 4 Petrol)
Fuel & Engine: PETROL · 1.8L
Reliability Guide: Common Faults

MOT Status

Valid

Valid until 06/02/2027

Tax Status

Taxed

Tax due 01/03/2027

Mileage: 174,802 mi
Fuel Type: PETROL
Year: 2005
Engine: 1796cc

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RF05 UAR Key Findings

5 MOT tests recorded
Latest MOT passed on 29/01/2026
174,802 miles recorded at latest MOT
2 historical MOT failures
7 defects noted at the latest MOT
Recurring tyres items (10 mentions)

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MOT Roadworthiness: Average

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RF05 UAR Mileage History

05/02/2024146,293 mi
17/01/2025159,693 mi+13,400 mi
24/01/2025159,694 mi+1 mi
28/01/2026174,731 mi+15,037 mi
29/01/2026174,802 mi+71 mi

Average of roughly 14,379 miles per year across 5 recorded odometer readings.

RF05 UAR MOT History

Vehicle record last updated: 4 Sept 2026, 22:58

MOT Analysis

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5 MOT tests are recorded for this 2005 Vauxhall Astra (RF05 UAR) between February 2024 and January 2026.

The record contains 3 passes and 2 failures.

The most recent test on 29 January 2026 was a pass, although the earlier record includes 2 failures that buyers may want to investigate.

Across all tests, the most frequently flagged areas are: Tyres (10 issues), Exhaust & Emissions (4 issues), Suspension (2 issues), Brakes (1 issue), Lighting (1 issue). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.

In total 14 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: “Offside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))”; “Exhaust carbon monoxide content at idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (b))”; “Exhaust hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))”.

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