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At a glance
This 2005 Vauxhall Astra Petrol 1598cc has had 10 MOT tests on record, passing 9 and failing once (90% pass rate). It has 71,709 miles on the clock, averaging 6,712 miles per year, 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 GL54 MPF
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Mileage Analysis
Below average| Latest reading | 71,709 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Average per year | 6,712 |
| Mileage consistency | Consistent |
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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 | GL54 MPF |
| Make | Vauxhall |
| Model | Astra |
| Colour | Silver |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1598cc |
| Year | 2005 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | GL — Maidstone, Garden of England |
| Age identifier | 54 — September 2004 to February 2005 |
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About GL54 MPF
What car is GL54 MPF?
GL54 MPF is a silver Vauxhall Astra, petrol (1598cc). First registered in Maidstone in 2005.
What is the mileage of GL54 MPF?
The last recorded mileage for GL54 MPF was 71,709 miles, recorded on 8 Jan 2016 during its most recent MOT test.
Has GL54 MPF passed its MOT?
GL54 MPF has had 10 MOT tests with an 90% pass rate (9 passes, 1 failure). It last passed on 8 Jan 2016.
Is GL54 MPF ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, GL54 MPF 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 GL54 MPF?
GL54 MPF is approximately 21 years old. Age identifier 54 means registered between 1 September 2004 and 28 February 2005.