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AV55 MAS

2005 Vauxhall Astra · Petrol · 1598cc

Black Registered in Ipswich, 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 17 MOT tests on record, passing 11 and failing 6 (65% pass rate). It has 123,128 miles on the clock, averaging 7,862 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 AV55 MAS

MOT Status
Due date passed
123,128
Last Mileage
Recorded
17
Total Tests
Since 2008
65%
Pass Rate
11 passed, 6 failed

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

6

MOT failures recorded

Out of 17 tests on record
7,862

Average miles/year

Around UK average of 7,400
2

Gaps in MOT history

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

Mileage Analysis

About average
Latest reading123,128 miles
Reading date
Miles last year8,522
Average per year7,862
Mileage consistencyVariable
Mileage over time for AV55 MAS 27k51k75k99k123k '08'21'14

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Full MOT Test History 17 tests on record

FAIL
Mileage123,128 miles
Since last MOT+8,522 miles
PASS
Mileage114,606 miles
Since last MOT+554 miles
FAIL
Mileage114,052 miles
Since last MOT+5,775 miles
PASS
Mileage108,277 miles
Since last MOT+15,610 miles
PASS
Mileage92,667 miles
Since last MOT+9,543 miles
PASS
Mileage83,124 miles
Since last MOT+11,546 miles
PASS
Mileage71,578 miles
Since last MOT+326 miles
FAIL
Mileage71,252 miles
Since last MOT+9,568 miles
PASS
Mileage61,684 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage61,684 miles
Since last MOT+9,337 miles
PASS
Mileage52,347 miles
Since last MOT+1 miles
FAIL
Mileage52,346 miles
Since last MOT+4,898 miles
PASS
Mileage47,448 miles
Since last MOT+4,809 miles
FAIL
Mileage42,639 miles
Since last MOT+4,691 miles
PASS
Mileage37,948 miles
Since last MOT+4,432 miles
PASS
Mileage33,516 miles
Since last MOT+6,730 miles
PASS
Mileage26,786 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

RegistrationAV55 MAS
MakeVauxhall
ModelAstra
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1598cc
Year2005
First registered
Area codeAV — Ipswich, Anglia
Age identifier55 — September 2005 to February 2006

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About AV55 MAS

What car is AV55 MAS?

AV55 MAS is an black Vauxhall Astra, petrol (1598cc). First registered in Ipswich in 2005.

What is the mileage of AV55 MAS?

The last recorded mileage for AV55 MAS was 123,128 miles, recorded on 16 Mar 2021 during its most recent MOT test.

Has AV55 MAS passed its MOT?

AV55 MAS has had 17 MOT tests with a 65% pass rate (11 passes, 6 failures). It last was tested on 16 Mar 2021.

Is AV55 MAS ULEZ compliant?

Based on its fuel type and registration year, AV55 MAS 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 AV55 MAS?

AV55 MAS is approximately 21 years old. Age identifier 55 means registered between 1 September 2005 and 28 February 2006.