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At a glance
This 2005 Vauxhall Astra Petrol 1598cc has had 11 MOT tests on record, passing 9 and failing 2 (82% pass rate). It has 174,293 miles on the clock, averaging 15,145 miles per year, above the UK average of 7,400. Common Vauxhall Astra issues include central locking door mechanism and passenger compartment wiring connectors.
MOT & Mileage History for EX55 FNO
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Mileage Analysis
Above average| Latest reading | 174,293 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 16,290 |
| Average per year | 15,145 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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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 | EX55 FNO |
| Make | Vauxhall |
| Model | Astra |
| Colour | Blue |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1598cc |
| Year | 2005 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | EX — Chelmsford, Essex |
| Age identifier | 55 — September 2005 to February 2006 |
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About EX55 FNO
What car is EX55 FNO?
EX55 FNO is an blue Vauxhall Astra, petrol (1598cc). First registered in Chelmsford in 2005.
What is the mileage of EX55 FNO?
The last recorded mileage for EX55 FNO was 174,293 miles, recorded on 1 Sep 2017 during its most recent MOT test.
Has EX55 FNO passed its MOT?
EX55 FNO has had 11 MOT tests with an 82% pass rate (9 passes, 2 failures). It last was tested on 1 Sep 2017.
Is EX55 FNO ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, EX55 FNO 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 EX55 FNO?
EX55 FNO is approximately 21 years old. Age identifier 55 means registered between 1 September 2005 and 28 February 2006.