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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 121,582 miles on the clock, averaging 7,925 miles per year, around 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 XVP
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Mileage Analysis
About average| Latest reading | 121,582 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Average per year | 7,925 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 20 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 | EO55 XVP |
| Make | Vauxhall |
| Model | Astra |
| Colour | Red |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1796cc |
| Year | 2005 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | EO — Chelmsford, Essex |
| Age identifier | 55 — September 2005 to February 2006 |
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About EO55 XVP
What car is EO55 XVP?
EO55 XVP is an red Vauxhall Astra, petrol (1796cc). First registered in Chelmsford in 2005.
What is the mileage of EO55 XVP?
The last recorded mileage for EO55 XVP was 121,582 miles, recorded on 29 Apr 2023 during its most recent MOT test.
Has EO55 XVP passed its MOT?
EO55 XVP has had 20 MOT tests with a 75% pass rate (15 passes, 5 failures). It last passed on 29 Apr 2023.
Is EO55 XVP ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, EO55 XVP 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 XVP?
EO55 XVP is approximately 21 years old. Age identifier 55 means registered between 1 September 2005 and 28 February 2006.