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At a glance
This 2005 Vauxhall Astra Petrol 1796cc has had 12 MOT tests on record, passing 10 and failing 2 (83% pass rate). It has 113,274 miles on the clock, averaging 7,281 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 BN55 EXW
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Mileage Analysis
Below average| Latest reading | 113,274 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 113 |
| Average per year | 7,281 |
| Mileage consistency | Consistent |
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Full MOT Test History 12 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 | BN55 EXW |
| Make | Vauxhall |
| Model | Astra |
| Colour | Blue |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1796cc |
| Year | 2005 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | BN — Birmingham, Birmingham |
| Age identifier | 55 — September 2005 to February 2006 |
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About BN55 EXW
What car is BN55 EXW?
BN55 EXW is a blue Vauxhall Astra, petrol (1796cc). First registered in Birmingham in 2005.
What is the mileage of BN55 EXW?
The last recorded mileage for BN55 EXW was 113,274 miles, recorded on 22 May 2018 during its most recent MOT test.
Has BN55 EXW passed its MOT?
BN55 EXW has had 12 MOT tests with an 83% pass rate (10 passes, 2 failures). It last passed on 22 May 2018.
Is BN55 EXW ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, BN55 EXW 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 BN55 EXW?
BN55 EXW is approximately 21 years old. Age identifier 55 means registered between 1 September 2005 and 28 February 2006.