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AK05 PSX

2005 Vauxhall Astra

Silver Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires31 Mar 2027
Tests19 (19 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

77,544 mi
Last recorded77,544 miles
Recorded on27 Mar 2026
Typical for 2005 Vauxhall Astra75,092 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAK05 PSX
MakeVauxhall
ModelAstra
Year2005
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

19 pass
Pass 27 Mar 2026 77,544 miles

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 17 Mar 2025 72,659 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 20 Mar 2024 67,846 miles

Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 23 Mar 2023 63,674 miles

Nearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

exhaust corroded

Pass 18 Mar 2022 59,263 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 17 Mar 2021 54,455 miles
Pass 16 Mar 2020 51,706 miles

Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play both (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 20 Mar 2019 46,228 miles

Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 21 Mar 2018 39,966 miles
Pass 20 Mar 2017 34,549 miles
Pass 21 Mar 2016 31,504 miles
Pass 26 Mar 2015 28,250 miles
Pass 21 Mar 2014 25,687 miles
Pass 25 Mar 2013 24,063 miles
Pass 21 Mar 2012 20,753 miles
Pass 28 Mar 2011 18,244 miles
Pass 30 Mar 2010 16,912 miles
Pass 31 Mar 2009 15,239 miles
Pass 27 Mar 2008 13,196 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 PSX is a 2005 Vauxhall Astra in Silver with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 PSX, 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 AK05 PSX registered?

AK05 PSX is a 2005 Vauxhall Astra, first registered on 31 March 2005.

Is AK05 PSX safe to buy?

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