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At a glance
This 2005 Vauxhall Astra Petrol 1796cc has had 11 MOT tests on record, passing 10 and failing once (91% pass rate). It has 106,576 miles on the clock, averaging 8,196 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 EX54 LLW
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Mileage Analysis
About average| Latest reading | 106,576 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 8,312 |
| Average per year | 8,196 |
| Mileage consistency | Consistent |
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Full MOT Test History 11 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 | EX54 LLW |
| Make | Vauxhall |
| Model | Astra |
| Colour | Silver |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1796cc |
| Year | 2005 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | EX — Chelmsford, Essex |
| Age identifier | 54 — September 2004 to February 2005 |
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About EX54 LLW
What car is EX54 LLW?
EX54 LLW is an silver Vauxhall Astra, petrol (1796cc). First registered in Chelmsford in 2005.
What is the mileage of EX54 LLW?
The last recorded mileage for EX54 LLW was 106,576 miles, recorded on 21 Nov 2016 during its most recent MOT test.
Has EX54 LLW passed its MOT?
EX54 LLW has had 11 MOT tests with an 91% pass rate (10 passes, 1 failure). It last passed on 21 Nov 2016.
Is EX54 LLW ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, EX54 LLW 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 EX54 LLW?
EX54 LLW is approximately 21 years old. Age identifier 54 means registered between 1 September 2004 and 28 February 2005.