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AK05 BXG

2005 Vauxhall Astra

Black Diesel 1910cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 May 2019
Tests17 (11 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate64.7%

Mileage

95,027 mi
Last recorded95,027 miles
Recorded on15 May 2018
Typical for 2005 Vauxhall Astra75,092 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAK05 BXG
MakeVauxhall
ModelAstra
Year2005
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,910cc

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MOT History

11 pass 6 fail
Pass 15 May 2018 95,027 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

Nearside Rear outer sill and rear panel has been damaged

Nearside Rear tyre has cracking to sidewall and tread

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

Offside Front outer sill has been damage

Oil leak ()

parking brake has just met requirements

Fail 11 May 2018 95,027 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

Nearside Front Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

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

Offside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt drop link (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt drop link (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Steering column will not lock in a fixed position (adjustable type) (2.1.2a)

Nearside Front Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

Nearside Rear outer sill and rear panel has been damaged

Nearside Rear tyre has cracking to sidewall and tread

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

Offside Front head lamp bulb not located

Offside Front outer sill has been damage

Oil leak ()

parking brake has just met requirements

Pass 4 May 2017 88,132 miles

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

oil leak

Fail 4 May 2017 88,132 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Front Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

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

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

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

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

oil leak

Pass 27 Apr 2016 46,626 miles
Fail 27 Apr 2016 79,028 miles

Offside Front coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)

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

Pass 17 Apr 2015 73,927 miles
Pass 1 May 2014 69,936 miles

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

Steering column top bearing slightly worn (2.1.2c)

Pass 2 Apr 2013 62,535 miles

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

both front tyres worn on inner edge

Fail 25 Mar 2013 62,436 miles

Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

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

both front tyres worn on inner edge

Pass 29 Feb 2012 50,441 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)

Pass 24 Mar 2011 45,093 miles
Fail 24 Mar 2011 45,093 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 12 Mar 2010 40,452 miles
Pass 26 Mar 2009 34,950 miles
Fail 27 Mar 2008 29,323 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 27 Mar 2008 29,323 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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AK05 BXG is a 2005 Vauxhall Astra in Black with a 1,910cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 64.7%.

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 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 AK05 BXG, 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 AK05 BXG registered?

AK05 BXG is a 2005 Vauxhall Astra, first registered on 24 March 2005.

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