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AD54 KTO

2005 Vauxhall Astra

Blue Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Feb 2026
Tests21 (18 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

105,854 mi
Last recorded105,854 miles
Recorded on14 Feb 2025
Typical for 2005 Vauxhall Astra75,092 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAD54 KTO
MakeVauxhall
ModelAstra
Year2005
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

18 pass 3 fail
Pass 14 Feb 2025 105,854 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Nearside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

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

Nearside Steering rack has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.3 (a) (i))

Offside Steering rack has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.3 (a) (i))

Pass 16 Feb 2024 86,282 miles
Fail 8 Feb 2024 86,020 miles

Exhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))

Exhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))

Horn not working (7.7 (a))

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Rear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Pass 4 Feb 2023 63,069 miles
Pass 4 Feb 2022 60,214 miles
Pass 15 Feb 2021 56,845 miles
Pass 30 Jan 2020 51,519 miles

both rear tyres very old (2011 )

Fail 29 Jan 2020 51,514 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

both rear tyres very old (2011 )

Pass 29 Oct 2018 49,282 miles

Nearside Front tyre cracks in walls

Offside Front tyre cracks in walls

Pass 24 Oct 2017 46,961 miles
Pass 24 Oct 2016 43,988 miles
Pass 27 Oct 2015 41,595 miles
Pass 28 Oct 2014 39,378 miles
Pass 20 Aug 2013 35,600 miles
Pass 20 Aug 2012 30,787 miles
Pass 22 Aug 2011 26,133 miles
Pass 20 Aug 2010 21,174 miles
Pass 20 Aug 2009 16,045 miles
Fail 17 Sep 2008 10,017 miles

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 17 Sep 2008 10,017 miles
Pass 28 Jan 2008 8,770 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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AD54 KTO is a 2005 Vauxhall Astra in Blue with a 1,598cc 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 AD54 KTO, 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.

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What year was AD54 KTO registered?

AD54 KTO is a 2005 Vauxhall Astra, first registered on 28 January 2005.

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The MOT history for AD54 KTO 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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