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At a glance
This 2005 Vauxhall Astra Petrol 1796cc has had 13 MOT tests on record, passing 11 and failing 2 (85% pass rate). It has 62,928 miles on the clock, averaging 4,698 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 CV55 LBG
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Mileage Analysis
Low mileage| Latest reading | 62,928 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Average per year | 4,698 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 13 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 | CV55 LBG |
| Make | Vauxhall |
| Model | Astra |
| Colour | Silver |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1796cc |
| Year | 2005 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | CV — Swansea, Cymru (Wales) |
| Age identifier | 55 — September 2005 to February 2006 |
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About CV55 LBG
What car is CV55 LBG?
CV55 LBG is a silver Vauxhall Astra, petrol (1796cc). First registered in Swansea in 2005.
What is the mileage of CV55 LBG?
The last recorded mileage for CV55 LBG was 62,928 miles, recorded on 21 Feb 2019 during its most recent MOT test.
Has CV55 LBG passed its MOT?
CV55 LBG has had 13 MOT tests with an 85% pass rate (11 passes, 2 failures). It last passed on 21 Feb 2019.
Is CV55 LBG ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, CV55 LBG 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 CV55 LBG?
CV55 LBG is approximately 21 years old. Age identifier 55 means registered between 1 September 2005 and 28 February 2006.