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AK05 KJZ

2005 Vauxhall Astra

Gold Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Oct 2019
Tests12 (11 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate91.7%

Mileage

115,014 mi
Last recorded115,014 miles
Recorded on27 Oct 2018
Typical for 2005 Vauxhall Astra75,092 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAK05 KJZ
MakeVauxhall
ModelAstra
Year2005
ColourGold
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

11 pass 1 fail
Pass 27 Oct 2018 115,014 miles

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Nail in tyre ()

Fail 27 Oct 2018 115,013 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim so that beam "kick up" is not visible on the screen lens faded (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Body component damaged and likely to cause injury door mirror cover missing (6.2.1 (a) (i))

Offside Headlamp aim so that beam "kick up" is not visible on the screen lens faded (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Nail in tyre ()

Pass 23 Oct 2017 97,084 miles

Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output both sides cloudy (1.7.5a)

Nearside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Pass 19 Nov 2016 81,228 miles
Pass 25 Nov 2015 67,074 miles

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

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

Play in steering inner joints.

Pass 25 Nov 2014 52,604 miles

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

Pass 15 Nov 2013 47,153 miles

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

Pass 19 Nov 2012 43,179 miles

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

Pass 3 Dec 2011 38,794 miles
Pass 3 Jun 2010 28,786 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 14 Mar 2009 21,444 miles
Pass 7 Feb 2008 16,240 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 KJZ is a 2005 Vauxhall Astra in Gold with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 91.7%.

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 AK05 KJZ, 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 KJZ registered?

AK05 KJZ is a 2005 Vauxhall Astra, first registered on 19 March 2005.

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