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AF05 XBU

2005 Vauxhall Astra

Blue Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Jul 2015
Tests9 (7 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

94,090 mi
Last recorded94,090 miles
Recorded on22 Jul 2014
Typical for 2005 Vauxhall Astra75,092 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAF05 XBU
MakeVauxhall
ModelAstra
Year2005
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

7 pass 2 fail
Pass 22 Jul 2014 94,090 miles

Oil leak

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

o/s/f inner door handle stiff

Fail 22 Jul 2014 94,089 miles

Nearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Nearside Rear coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)

Oil leak

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

o/s/f inner door handle stiff

Pass 29 Jul 2013 88,091 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Nearside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Offside interior door handle stiff.

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 31 Jul 2012 78,295 miles
Pass 30 Jul 2011 67,867 miles

Nearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Pass 28 Jul 2010 60,019 miles

Nearside Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Fail 28 Jul 2010 60,019 miles

Nearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter insecurely mounted to its housing (2.5.C.1a)

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Headlamp aim aimed so that it dazzles other road users (1.8.A.1a)

Nearside Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 26 Mar 2009 44,957 miles

Nearside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated (2.5.C.1a)

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Pass 7 Apr 2008 35,508 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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AF05 XBU is a 2005 Vauxhall Astra in Blue with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

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 AF05 XBU, 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 AF05 XBU?

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What year was AF05 XBU registered?

AF05 XBU is a 2005 Vauxhall Astra, first registered on 26 April 2005.

Is AF05 XBU safe to buy?

The MOT history for AF05 XBU shows 9 tests with a 77.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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