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At a glance
This 2005 Vauxhall Astra Petrol 1796cc has had 19 MOT tests on record, passing 13 and failing 6 (68% pass rate). It has 160,419 miles on the clock, averaging 11,374 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 GV55 HVZ
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Mileage Analysis
Above average| Latest reading | 160,419 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Average per year | 11,374 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 19 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 | GV55 HVZ |
| Make | Vauxhall |
| Model | Astra |
| Colour | Grey |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1796cc |
| Year | 2005 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | GV — Brighton, Garden of England |
| Age identifier | 55 — September 2005 to February 2006 |
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About GV55 HVZ
What car is GV55 HVZ?
GV55 HVZ is a grey Vauxhall Astra, petrol (1796cc). First registered in Brighton in 2005.
What is the mileage of GV55 HVZ?
The last recorded mileage for GV55 HVZ was 160,419 miles, recorded on 13 Jan 2021 during its most recent MOT test.
Has GV55 HVZ passed its MOT?
GV55 HVZ has had 19 MOT tests with a 68% pass rate (13 passes, 6 failures). It last passed on 13 Jan 2021.
Is GV55 HVZ ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, GV55 HVZ 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 GV55 HVZ?
GV55 HVZ is approximately 21 years old. Age identifier 55 means registered between 1 September 2005 and 28 February 2006.