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At a glance
This 2005 Vauxhall Astra Petrol 1796cc has had 18 MOT tests on record, passing 14 and failing 4 (78% pass rate). It has 75,321 miles on the clock, averaging 4,506 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 CP54 PPX
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Mileage Analysis
Low mileage| Latest reading | 75,321 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 1,705 |
| Average per year | 4,506 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 18 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 | CP54 PPX |
| Make | Vauxhall |
| Model | Astra |
| Colour | Gold |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1796cc |
| Year | 2005 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | CP — Swansea, Cymru (Wales) |
| Age identifier | 54 — September 2004 to February 2005 |
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About CP54 PPX
What car is CP54 PPX?
CP54 PPX is a gold Vauxhall Astra, petrol (1796cc). First registered in Swansea in 2005.
What is the mileage of CP54 PPX?
The last recorded mileage for CP54 PPX was 75,321 miles, recorded on 20 Feb 2021 during its most recent MOT test.
Has CP54 PPX passed its MOT?
CP54 PPX has had 18 MOT tests with a 78% pass rate (14 passes, 4 failures). It last passed on 20 Feb 2021.
Is CP54 PPX ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, CP54 PPX 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 CP54 PPX?
CP54 PPX is approximately 21 years old. Age identifier 54 means registered between 1 September 2004 and 28 February 2005.