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At a glance
This 2005 Vauxhall Astra Petrol 1598cc has had 15 MOT tests on record, passing 10 and failing 5 (67% pass rate). It has 127,379 miles on the clock, averaging 8,114 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 GA51 STY
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Mileage Analysis
About average| Latest reading | 127,379 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 3 |
| Average per year | 8,114 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 15 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 | GA51 STY |
| Make | Vauxhall |
| Model | Astra |
| Colour | Green |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1598cc |
| Year | 2005 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | GA — Maidstone, Garden of England |
| Age identifier | 51 — September 2001 to February 2002 |
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About GA51 STY
What car is GA51 STY?
GA51 STY is a green Vauxhall Astra, petrol (1598cc). First registered in Maidstone in 2005.
What is the mileage of GA51 STY?
The last recorded mileage for GA51 STY was 127,379 miles, recorded on 17 Feb 2017 during its most recent MOT test.
Has GA51 STY passed its MOT?
GA51 STY has had 15 MOT tests with a 67% pass rate (10 passes, 5 failures). It last passed on 17 Feb 2017.
Is GA51 STY ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, GA51 STY 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 GA51 STY?
GA51 STY is approximately 21 years old. Age identifier 51 means registered between 1 September 2001 and 28 February 2002.