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AF55 HRG

2005 Vauxhall Astra

Silver Diesel 1248cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires31 Jan 2017
Tests14 (8 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate57.1%

Mileage

167,792 mi
Last recorded167,792 miles
Recorded on1 Feb 2016
Typical for 2005 Vauxhall Astra75,092 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAF55 HRG
MakeVauxhall
ModelAstra
Year2005
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,248cc

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MOT History

8 pass 6 fail
Pass 1 Feb 2016 167,792 miles

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

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

Fail 1 Feb 2016 167,792 miles

Nearside Inner Drive shaft which forms part of the suspension coupling gaiter damaged to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.4.G.4e)

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

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

Pass 28 Jan 2015 155,195 miles
Pass 24 Jan 2014 140,702 miles
Fail 24 Jan 2014 140,702 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Rear Rear fog lamp has less than 50% of the light sources illuminating (1.3.2b)

Rear Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Fail 10 Jan 2013 132,824 miles

Nearside Front Macpherson strut has excessive movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)

Offside Front Macpherson strut has excessive movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)

Pass 10 Jan 2013 132,824 miles
Pass 10 Jan 2012 123,099 miles
Fail 5 Jan 2012 122,926 miles

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 26 Jan 2011 112,270 miles

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

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

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

Pass 25 Jan 2010 100,705 miles
Fail 25 Jan 2010

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

Fail 29 Jan 2009 80,806 miles

Offside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Pass 29 Jan 2009 80,806 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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AF55 HRG is a 2005 Vauxhall Astra in Silver with a 1,248cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 57.1%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 HRG, 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 AF55 HRG registered?

AF55 HRG is a 2005 Vauxhall Astra, first registered on 6 September 2005.

Is AF55 HRG safe to buy?

The MOT history for AF55 HRG shows 14 tests with a 57.1% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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