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KD55 ULO

2005 Vauxhall Astra · Petrol · 1598cc

Black Registered in Northampton, Luton and Northampton · 21 years old

Vehicle summary

MakeVauxhall
ModelAstra
Year2005
FuelPetrol
Engine1598cc
ColourBlack
ULEZ (est.)Likely Non-compliantPetrol pre-2006
Est. Annual Tax£165–£265

ULEZ status is estimated based on fuel type and registration year. It may not reflect the actual emission standard of this vehicle. Check with TfL for a definitive answer.

At a glance

This 2005 Vauxhall Astra Petrol 1598cc has had 17 MOT tests on record, passing 12 and failing 5 (71% pass rate). It has 113,483 miles on the clock, averaging 7,869 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 KD55 ULO

MOT Status
Due date passed
113,483
Last Mileage
Recorded
17
Total Tests
Since 2008
71%
Pass Rate
12 passed, 5 failed

Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.

5

MOT failures recorded

Out of 17 tests on record
7,869

Average miles/year

Around UK average of 7,400
3

Gaps in MOT history

Periods with no valid MOT — may have been SORN or untaxed

Mileage Analysis

About average
Latest reading113,483 miles
Reading date
Average per year7,869
Mileage consistencyVariable
Mileage over time for KD55 ULO 29k50k71k92k113k '08'19'15

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Full MOT Test History 17 tests on record

PASS
Mileage113,483 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage113,483 miles
Since last MOT+15,391 miles
PASS
Mileage98,092 miles
Since last MOT+1,656 miles
PASS
Mileage96,436 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage96,436 miles
Since last MOT+3,504 miles
PASS
Mileage92,932 miles
Since last MOT+17 miles
FAIL
Mileage92,915 miles
Since last MOT+13,462 miles
PASS
Mileage79,453 miles
Since last MOT+1 miles
FAIL
Mileage79,452 miles
Since last MOT+9,731 miles
PASS
Mileage69,721 miles
Since last MOT+10,813 miles
PASS
Mileage58,908 miles
Since last MOT+49 miles
FAIL
Mileage58,859 miles
Since last MOT+6,481 miles
PASS
Mileage52,378 miles
Since last MOT+5,659 miles
PASS
Mileage46,719 miles
Since last MOT+2,751 miles
PASS
Mileage43,968 miles
Since last MOT+7,261 miles
PASS
Mileage36,707 miles
Since last MOT+7,332 miles
PASS
Mileage29,375 miles

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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

RegistrationKD55 ULO
MakeVauxhall
ModelAstra
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1598cc
Year2005
First registered
Area codeKD — Northampton, Luton and Northampton
Age identifier55 — September 2005 to February 2006

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About KD55 ULO

What car is KD55 ULO?

KD55 ULO is a black Vauxhall Astra, petrol (1598cc). First registered in Northampton in 2005.

What is the mileage of KD55 ULO?

The last recorded mileage for KD55 ULO was 113,483 miles, recorded on 8 Aug 2019 during its most recent MOT test.

Has KD55 ULO passed its MOT?

KD55 ULO has had 17 MOT tests with a 71% pass rate (12 passes, 5 failures). It last passed on 8 Aug 2019.

Is KD55 ULO ULEZ compliant?

Based on its fuel type and registration year, KD55 ULO 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 KD55 ULO?

KD55 ULO is approximately 21 years old. Age identifier 55 means registered between 1 September 2005 and 28 February 2006.