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EO55 KNM

2005 Vauxhall Astra · Petrol · 1796cc

Black Registered in Chelmsford, Essex · 21 years old

Vehicle summary

MakeVauxhall
ModelAstra
Year2005
FuelPetrol
Engine1796cc
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 1796cc has had 10 MOT tests on record, passing 7 and failing 3 (70% pass rate). It has 51,003 miles on the clock, averaging 2,877 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 EO55 KNM

MOT Status
Due date passed
51,003
Last Mileage
Recorded
10
Total Tests
Since 2008
70%
Pass Rate
7 passed, 3 failed

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

3

MOT failures recorded

Out of 10 tests on record
2,877

Average miles/year

Below UK average of 7,400
2

Gaps in MOT history

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

Mileage Analysis

Low mileage
Latest reading51,003 miles
Reading date
Miles last year2,359
Average per year2,877
Mileage consistencyVariable
Mileage over time for EO55 KNM 28k34k40k45k51k '08'16'12

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Full MOT Test History 10 tests on record

PASS
Mileage51,003 miles
Since last MOT+2,359 miles
PASS
Mileage48,644 miles
Since last MOT+2,393 miles
PASS
Mileage46,251 miles
Since last MOT+3,015 miles
PASS
Mileage43,236 miles
Since last MOT+3,070 miles
FAIL
Mileage40,166 miles
Since last MOT+3,908 miles
PASS
Mileage36,258 miles
Since last MOT+3,190 miles
PASS
Mileage33,068 miles
Since last MOT+5 miles
FAIL
Mileage33,063 miles
Since last MOT+2,038 miles
PASS
Mileage31,025 miles
Since last MOT+2,600 miles
FAIL
Mileage28,425 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

RegistrationEO55 KNM
MakeVauxhall
ModelAstra
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1796cc
Year2005
First registered
Area codeEO — Chelmsford, Essex
Age identifier55 — September 2005 to February 2006

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About EO55 KNM

What car is EO55 KNM?

EO55 KNM is an black Vauxhall Astra, petrol (1796cc). First registered in Chelmsford in 2005.

What is the mileage of EO55 KNM?

The last recorded mileage for EO55 KNM was 51,003 miles, recorded on 1 Aug 2016 during its most recent MOT test.

Has EO55 KNM passed its MOT?

EO55 KNM has had 10 MOT tests with a 70% pass rate (7 passes, 3 failures). It last passed on 1 Aug 2016.

Is EO55 KNM ULEZ compliant?

Based on its fuel type and registration year, EO55 KNM 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 EO55 KNM?

EO55 KNM is approximately 21 years old. Age identifier 55 means registered between 1 September 2005 and 28 February 2006.