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At a glance
This 2005 Vauxhall Astra Petrol 1796cc has had 25 MOT tests on record, passing 19 and failing 6 (76% pass rate). It has 103,492 miles on the clock, averaging 4,538 miles per year, well below the UK average of 7,400. Common Vauxhall Astra issues include central locking door mechanism and passenger compartment wiring connectors.
MOT & Mileage History for AF55 UAC
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Low mileage| Latest reading | 103,492 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 4,232 |
| Average per year | 4,538 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 25 tests on record
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Reported issues for this Vauxhall Astra
These are the most commonly reported problems on Vauxhall Astra models (1998–2009), based on owner reports and workshop data across the UK.
Central locking door mechanism (driver's door microswitches and lock motors)
Microswitches in driver's door wear out, interrupting central locking signal; lock motors seize from dirt/moisture. · Typical repair: £100-250 (switches £20-50, motors £50-100 + labour).
Passenger compartment wiring connectors (transverse harness under carpet, front-rear junction)
Connectors corrode from wet carpets (leaks or spills), causing glitches in electrics/ECUs. · Typical repair: £150-400 (harness section £50-150 + drying/labour; full harness £300+).
Rear brake calipers (seizing/pistons)
Caliper pistons corrode/seize, causing uneven pad wear. · Typical repair: £200-450 per side (caliper £80-150 + discs/pads/labour).
Front suspension wheel bearings (integrated in hubs)
Bearings wear prematurely due to hub design, especially on pothole-heavy UK roads. · Typical repair: £250-500 per side (hub assembly £100-200 + labour/alignment).
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Vehicle Details
| Registration | AF55 UAC |
| Make | Vauxhall |
| Model | Astra |
| Colour | Grey |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1796cc |
| Year | 2005 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | AF — Peterborough, Anglia |
| Age identifier | 55 — September 2005 to February 2006 |
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About AF55 UAC
What car is AF55 UAC?
AF55 UAC is an grey Vauxhall Astra, petrol (1796cc). First registered in Peterborough in 2005.
What is the mileage of AF55 UAC?
The last recorded mileage for AF55 UAC was 103,492 miles, recorded on 30 Sep 2025 during its most recent MOT test.
Has AF55 UAC passed its MOT?
AF55 UAC has had 25 MOT tests with a 76% pass rate (19 passes, 6 failures). It last passed on 30 Sep 2025.
Is AF55 UAC ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, AF55 UAC is likely not ULEZ compliant. As a petrol vehicle registered in 2005, it typically does not meet the Euro 4 emission standard required. This is an estimate — confirm with TfL's ULEZ checker.
How old is AF55 UAC?
AF55 UAC is approximately 21 years old. Age identifier 55 means registered between 1 September 2005 and 28 February 2006.