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A23 ECA

2005 Vauxhall Astra

Silver Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires13 Apr 2027
Tests21 (18 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

35,804 mi
Last recorded35,804 miles
Recorded on10 Apr 2026
Typical for 2005 Vauxhall Astra75,092 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationA23 ECA
MakeVauxhall
ModelAstra
Year2005
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

18 pass 3 fail
Pass 10 Apr 2026 35,804 miles

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged Inner sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Nearside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords Inner sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Pass 14 Apr 2025 30,050 miles
Pass 9 Oct 2023 29,915 miles

Offside Front Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Power steering component has slight seepage from a component Rack area (2.1.5 (a))

Pass 7 Oct 2022 29,713 miles

Road wheel slightly distorted Both front (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Fail 7 Oct 2022 29,713 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Road wheel slightly distorted Both front (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Pass 5 Oct 2021 29,254 miles
Fail 5 Oct 2021 29,253 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Nearside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 2 Oct 2020 28,808 miles
Pass 18 Sep 2019 28,072 miles
Pass 5 Oct 2018 27,568 miles
Pass 6 Oct 2017 27,099 miles
Pass 20 Sep 2016 26,815 miles
Pass 22 Sep 2015 26,389 miles
Pass 16 Oct 2014 26,043 miles
Pass 18 Sep 2013 25,366 miles
Fail 17 Sep 2013 25,366 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a) DANGEROUS

Nearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a) DANGEROUS

Pass 20 Sep 2012 24,319 miles
Pass 9 Sep 2011 23,018 miles
Pass 9 Sep 2010 21,503 miles
Pass 25 Aug 2009 20,074 miles
Pass 2 Sep 2008 18,708 miles

How Reliable is the Vauxhall Astra?

Based on 25,288,868 MOT tests across 2,125,241 vehicles.

71.9%
Pass Rate
6,421
Miles/Year
34
Year Lifespan
2,125,241
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Brake pipe excessively corroded 1,048,496
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 953,502
coil spring broken 442,020
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 393,418
position lamp(s) not working 393,186
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A23 ECA is a 2005 Vauxhall Astra in Silver with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

Across all 2005 Vauxhall Astra models, the average MOT pass rate is 71.4% with a typical mileage of 75,092 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Vauxhall Astra fails its MOT is brake pipe excessively corroded, accounting for 1,048,496 recorded failures. If you're considering buying A23 ECA, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Vauxhall Astra typically stays on UK roads for around 34 years. At 21 years old, this Vauxhall Astra is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of A23 ECA?

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What year was A23 ECA registered?

A23 ECA is a 2005 Vauxhall Astra, first registered on 9 September 2005.

Is A23 ECA safe to buy?

The MOT history for A23 ECA shows 21 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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