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At a glance
This 2005 Vauxhall Astra Petrol 1598cc has had 13 MOT tests on record, passing 7 and failing 6 (54% pass rate). It has 116,121 miles on the clock, averaging 8,771 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 KG55 HEU
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Mileage Analysis
About average| Latest reading | 116,121 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 4,529 |
| Average per year | 8,771 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 13 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 | KG55 HEU |
| Make | Vauxhall |
| Model | Astra |
| Colour | Silver |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1598cc |
| Year | 2005 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | KG — Northampton, Luton and Northampton |
| Age identifier | 55 — September 2005 to February 2006 |
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About KG55 HEU
What car is KG55 HEU?
KG55 HEU is a silver Vauxhall Astra, petrol (1598cc). First registered in Northampton in 2005.
What is the mileage of KG55 HEU?
The last recorded mileage for KG55 HEU was 116,121 miles, recorded on 20 Jan 2017 during its most recent MOT test.
Has KG55 HEU passed its MOT?
KG55 HEU has had 13 MOT tests with a 54% pass rate (7 passes, 6 failures). It last was tested on 20 Jan 2017.
Is KG55 HEU ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, KG55 HEU 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 KG55 HEU?
KG55 HEU is approximately 21 years old. Age identifier 55 means registered between 1 September 2005 and 28 February 2006.