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DV05 RUH

2005 Vauxhall Astra

Grey Diesel 1686cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 Nov 2021
Tests14 (10 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

170,693 mi
Last recorded170,693 miles
Recorded on22 Nov 2019
Typical for 2005 Vauxhall Astra75,092 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDV05 RUH
MakeVauxhall
ModelAstra
Year2005
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,686cc

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MOT History

10 pass 4 fail
Pass 22 Nov 2019 170,693 miles
Fail 4 Nov 2019 170,605 miles
Pass 30 Oct 2018 159,395 miles
Pass 8 May 2015 130,429 miles
Pass 7 May 2014 117,066 miles

Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Fail 9 May 2013 104,055 miles

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

Pass 9 May 2013 104,055 miles
Pass 4 May 2012 89,605 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Fail 2 May 2012 89,559 miles

Nearside Front Steering arm has relative movement at its fixings (2.2.B.1h)

Nearside Inner Front Power steering pipe(s) or hose(s) leaking from a seal (2.3.3b)

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

Offside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside front steering arm has slight movement at its fixings

Pass 27 Apr 2011 76,062 miles

rear discs worn/scored and pitted

Pass 29 Apr 2010 65,304 miles

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

Fail 29 Apr 2010 65,304 miles

Offside Headlamp insecure (1.7.3)

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

Pass 29 Apr 2009 55,157 miles
Pass 8 May 2008 50,102 miles

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

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

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

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

pass and advise o/s/f head lamp silght play

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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DV05 RUH is a 2005 Vauxhall Astra in Grey with a 1,686cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

Across all 2005 Vauxhall Astra models, the average MOT pass rate is 71.4% with a typical mileage of 75,092 miles. This vehicle is performing in line with others of the same 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 DV05 RUH, 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 DV05 RUH registered?

DV05 RUH is a 2005 Vauxhall Astra, first registered on 9 May 2005.

Is DV05 RUH safe to buy?

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