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AK05 MSX

2005 Vauxhall Astra

Silver Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Dec 2017
Tests14 (8 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate57.1%

Mileage

113,210 mi
Last recorded113,210 miles
Recorded on15 Dec 2016
Typical for 2005 Vauxhall Astra75,092 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAK05 MSX
MakeVauxhall
ModelAstra
Year2005
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

8 pass 6 fail
Pass 15 Dec 2016 113,210 miles
Pass 5 Dec 2015 88,655 miles
Fail 5 Dec 2015 88,655 miles

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Pass 17 Dec 2014 74,582 miles
Fail 17 Dec 2014 74,582 miles

Offside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

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

Fail 15 Nov 2013 62,801 miles

Nearside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Supplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)

Windscreen has a sticker or other obstruction encroaching by more than 10mm within zone 'A' (8.3.1b)

Pass 15 Nov 2013 62,801 miles
Fail 14 May 2012 51,715 miles

Rear registration plate insecure (6.3.1b)

Pass 14 May 2012 51,715 miles
Pass 29 Apr 2011 46,759 miles
Fail 29 Apr 2011 46,759 miles

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Pass 3 Apr 2010 42,295 miles
Fail 3 Apr 2010 42,295 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 14 Apr 2009 37,333 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 MSX is a 2005 Vauxhall Astra in Silver with a 1,796cc petrol 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 AK05 MSX, 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 MSX registered?

AK05 MSX is a 2005 Vauxhall Astra, first registered on 18 March 2005.

Is AK05 MSX safe to buy?

The MOT history for AK05 MSX 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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