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EO55 XML

2005 Vauxhall Astra · Petrol · 1796cc

Blue Registered in Chelmsford, Essex · 21 years old

Vehicle summary

MakeVauxhall
ModelAstra
Year2005
FuelPetrol
Engine1796cc
ColourBlue
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 20 MOT tests on record, passing 15 and failing 5 (75% pass rate). It has 69,444 miles on the clock, averaging 3,300 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 XML

MOT Status
Due date passed
69,444
Last Mileage
Recorded
20
Total Tests
Since 2008
75%
Pass Rate
15 passed, 5 failed

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

5

MOT failures recorded

Out of 20 tests on record
3,300

Average miles/year

Below UK average of 7,400
5

Gaps in MOT history

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

Mileage Analysis

Low mileage
Latest reading69,444 miles
Reading date
Average per year3,300
Mileage consistencyVariable
Mileage over time for EO55 XML 17k30k43k56k69k '08'24'17

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Full MOT Test History 20 tests on record

PASS
Mileage69,444 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage69,444 miles
Since last MOT+3,748 miles
PASS
Mileage65,696 miles
Since last MOT+5,281 miles
PASS
Mileage60,415 miles
Since last MOT+10,753 miles
PASS
Mileage49,662 miles
Since last MOT+1 miles
FAIL
Mileage49,661 miles
Since last MOT+8,497 miles
PASS
Mileage41,164 miles
Since last MOT+3 miles
FAIL
Mileage41,161 miles
Since last MOT+2,218 miles
PASS
Mileage38,943 miles
Since last MOT+605 miles
PASS
Mileage38,338 miles
Since last MOT+2,086 miles
PASS
Mileage36,252 miles
Since last MOT+2,056 miles
FAIL
Mileage34,196 miles
Since last MOT+2,621 miles
PASS
Mileage31,575 miles
Since last MOT+2,989 miles
PASS
Mileage28,586 miles
Since last MOT+2,587 miles
PASS
Mileage25,999 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage25,999 miles
Since last MOT+3,442 miles
PASS
Mileage22,557 miles
Since last MOT+2,700 miles
PASS
Mileage19,857 miles
Since last MOT+919 miles
PASS
Mileage18,938 miles
Since last MOT+1,442 miles
PASS
Mileage17,496 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 XML
MakeVauxhall
ModelAstra
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1796cc
Year2005
First registered
Area codeEO — Chelmsford, Essex
Age identifier55 — September 2005 to February 2006

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About EO55 XML

What car is EO55 XML?

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

What is the mileage of EO55 XML?

The last recorded mileage for EO55 XML was 69,444 miles, recorded on 17 May 2024 during its most recent MOT test.

Has EO55 XML passed its MOT?

EO55 XML has had 20 MOT tests with a 75% pass rate (15 passes, 5 failures). It last passed on 17 May 2024.

Is EO55 XML ULEZ compliant?

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

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