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AO55 GXM

2005 Vauxhall Astra · Petrol · 1796cc

Red Registered in Norwich, Anglia · 21 years old

Vehicle summary

MakeVauxhall
ModelAstra
Year2005
FuelPetrol
Engine1796cc
ColourRed
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 1796cc has had 16 MOT tests on record, passing 10 and failing 6 (63% pass rate). It has 123,925 miles on the clock, averaging 8,852 miles per year, around the UK average of 7,400. Common Vauxhall Astra issues include central locking door mechanism and passenger compartment wiring connectors.

MOT & Mileage History for AO55 GXM

MOT Status
Due date passed
123,925
Last Mileage
Recorded
16
Total Tests
Since 2008
63%
Pass Rate
10 passed, 6 failed

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

6

MOT failures recorded

Out of 16 tests on record
8,852

Average miles/year

Around UK average of 7,400
1

Gap in MOT history

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

Mileage Analysis

About average
Latest reading123,925 miles
Reading date
Miles last year1
Average per year8,852
Mileage consistencyConsistent
Mileage over time for AO55 GXM 48k67k86k105k124k '08'17'13

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Full MOT Test History 16 tests on record

PASS
Mileage123,925 miles
Since last MOT+1 miles
FAIL
Mileage123,924 miles
Since last MOT+7,449 miles
PASS
Mileage116,475 miles
Since last MOT+6 miles
FAIL
Mileage116,469 miles
Since last MOT+8,307 miles
PASS
Mileage108,162 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage108,162 miles
Since last MOT+10,255 miles
PASS
Mileage97,907 miles
Since last MOT+5,577 miles
PASS
Mileage92,330 miles
Since last MOT+1 miles
FAIL
Mileage92,329 miles
Since last MOT+6,583 miles
PASS
Mileage85,746 miles
Since last MOT+8,820 miles
PASS
Mileage76,926 miles
Since last MOT+1 miles
FAIL
Mileage76,925 miles
Since last MOT+13,993 miles
PASS
Mileage62,932 miles
Since last MOT+13,630 miles
PASS
Mileage49,302 miles
Since last MOT+936 miles
PASS
Mileage48,366 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage48,366 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

RegistrationAO55 GXM
MakeVauxhall
ModelAstra
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1796cc
Year2005
First registered
Area codeAO — Norwich, Anglia
Age identifier55 — September 2005 to February 2006

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About AO55 GXM

What car is AO55 GXM?

AO55 GXM is an red Vauxhall Astra, petrol (1796cc). First registered in Norwich in 2005.

What is the mileage of AO55 GXM?

The last recorded mileage for AO55 GXM was 123,925 miles, recorded on 25 Mar 2017 during its most recent MOT test.

Has AO55 GXM passed its MOT?

AO55 GXM has had 16 MOT tests with a 63% pass rate (10 passes, 6 failures). It last passed on 25 Mar 2017.

Is AO55 GXM ULEZ compliant?

Based on its fuel type and registration year, AO55 GXM 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 AO55 GXM?

AO55 GXM is approximately 21 years old. Age identifier 55 means registered between 1 September 2005 and 28 February 2006.