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AF55 AVT

2005 Vauxhall Astra

Blue Diesel 1248cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 Sep 2017
Tests10 (9 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90%

Mileage

150,487 mi
Last recorded150,487 miles
Recorded on27 Aug 2016
Typical for 2005 Vauxhall Astra75,092 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAF55 AVT
MakeVauxhall
ModelAstra
Year2005
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,248cc

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MOT History

9 pass 1 fail
Pass 27 Aug 2016 150,487 miles
Pass 3 Sep 2015 132,316 miles

Both front tyres close to legal limit

Pass 24 Jul 2014 104,734 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Pass 25 Jul 2013

Offside Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

o/s/f tyre slightly worn worn inner and outer edge

Pass 2 Aug 2012 71,618 miles

Rear tyres wearing on inner edges.

Fail 2 Aug 2012 71,618 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Rear tyres wearing on inner edges.

Pass 4 Aug 2011 63,779 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

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

Pass 3 Aug 2010 55,827 miles
Pass 4 Aug 2009 52,587 miles
Pass 17 Oct 2008 47,709 miles

Offside Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Rear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

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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AF55 AVT is a 2005 Vauxhall Astra in Blue with a 1,248cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90%.

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 AF55 AVT, 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

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What year was AF55 AVT registered?

AF55 AVT is a 2005 Vauxhall Astra, first registered on 31 October 2005.

Is AF55 AVT safe to buy?

The MOT history for AF55 AVT shows 10 tests with a 90% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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