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AK55 EPC

2005 Vauxhall Astra · Petrol · 1598cc

Black Registered in Peterborough, Anglia · 21 years old

Vehicle summary

MakeVauxhall
ModelAstra
Year2005
FuelPetrol
Engine1598cc
ColourBlack
ULEZ (est.)Likely Non-compliantPetrol pre-2006
Est. Annual Tax£165–£265

ULEZ status is estimated based on fuel type and registration year. It may not reflect the actual emission standard of this vehicle. Check with TfL for a definitive answer.

At a glance

This 2005 Vauxhall Astra Petrol 1598cc has had 10 MOT tests on record, passing 8 and failing 2 (80% pass rate). It has 97,593 miles on the clock, averaging 5,396 miles per year, 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 AK55 EPC

MOT Status
Due date passed
97,593
Last Mileage
Recorded
10
Total Tests
Since 2008
80%
Pass Rate
8 passed, 2 failed

Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.

2

MOT failures recorded

Out of 10 tests on record
5,396

Average miles/year

Below UK average of 7,400
2

Gaps in MOT history

Periods with no valid MOT — may have been SORN or untaxed

Mileage Analysis

Below average
Latest reading97,593 miles
Reading date
Average per year5,396
Mileage consistencyConsistent
Mileage over time for AK55 EPC 56k66k77k87k98k '08'16'13

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Full MOT Test History 10 tests on record

PASS
Mileage97,593 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage97,593 miles
Since last MOT+8,804 miles
PASS
Mileage88,789 miles
Since last MOT+4,246 miles
PASS
Mileage84,543 miles
Since last MOT+5,306 miles
PASS
Mileage79,237 miles
Since last MOT+6,735 miles
PASS
Mileage72,502 miles
Since last MOT+4,992 miles
PASS
Mileage67,510 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage67,510 miles
Since last MOT+5,207 miles
PASS
Mileage62,303 miles
Since last MOT+6,229 miles
PASS
Mileage56,074 miles

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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

RegistrationAK55 EPC
MakeVauxhall
ModelAstra
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1598cc
Year2005
First registered
Area codeAK — Peterborough, Anglia
Age identifier55 — September 2005 to February 2006

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About AK55 EPC

What car is AK55 EPC?

AK55 EPC is an black Vauxhall Astra, petrol (1598cc). First registered in Peterborough in 2005.

What is the mileage of AK55 EPC?

The last recorded mileage for AK55 EPC was 97,593 miles, recorded on 6 Jun 2016 during its most recent MOT test.

Has AK55 EPC passed its MOT?

AK55 EPC has had 10 MOT tests with an 80% pass rate (8 passes, 2 failures). It last passed on 6 Jun 2016.

Is AK55 EPC ULEZ compliant?

Based on its fuel type and registration year, AK55 EPC 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 AK55 EPC?

AK55 EPC is approximately 21 years old. Age identifier 55 means registered between 1 September 2005 and 28 February 2006.