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AV05 FXU

2005 Vauxhall Astravan

White Diesel 1686cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 Sep 2014
Tests8 (6 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

138,426 mi
Last recorded138,426 miles
Recorded on28 Aug 2013
Typical for 2005 Vauxhall Astravan108,093 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAV05 FXU
MakeVauxhall
ModelAstravan
Year2005
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,686cc

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MOT History

6 pass 2 fail
Pass 28 Aug 2013 138,426 miles

Nearside Front Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

Non obligatory mirror damaged

wipers have to be manually parked

Fail 24 Aug 2013 138,029 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Nearside Front Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

Non obligatory mirror damaged

wipers have to be manually parked

Pass 6 Aug 2012 100,128 miles

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

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Pass 22 Aug 2011 96,376 miles
Pass 3 Sep 2010 83,887 miles
Pass 31 Jul 2009 68,021 miles
Pass 6 May 2008 51,716 miles

both front tyres wearing heavy on outer shoulder treads

smear from front wiper blades

Fail 6 May 2008 51,716 miles

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

both front tyres wearing heavy on outer shoulder treads

smear from front wiper blades

How Reliable is the Vauxhall Astravan?

Based on 679,643 MOT tests across 58,240 vehicles.

68.2%
Pass Rate
7,780
Miles/Year
33
Year Lifespan
58,240
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Brake pipe excessively corroded 35,295
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 34,913
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 19,092
position lamp(s) not working 17,431
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 16,678
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AV05 FXU is a 2005 Vauxhall Astravan in White with a 1,686cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

Across all 2005 Vauxhall Astravan models, the average MOT pass rate is 68.0% with a typical mileage of 108,093 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Vauxhall Astravan fails its MOT is brake pipe excessively corroded, accounting for 35,295 recorded failures. If you're considering buying AV05 FXU, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Vauxhall Astravan typically stays on UK roads for around 33 years. At 21 years old, this Vauxhall Astravan is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was AV05 FXU registered?

AV05 FXU is a 2005 Vauxhall Astravan, first registered on 4 July 2005.

Is AV05 FXU safe to buy?

The MOT history for AV05 FXU shows 8 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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