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At a glance
This 2005 Vauxhall Astra Petrol 1598cc has had 10 MOT tests on record, passing 8 and failing 2 (80% pass rate). It has 144,230 miles on the clock, averaging 11,449 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 MM54 JXU
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Mileage Analysis
Above average| Latest reading | 144,230 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 5,322 |
| Average per year | 11,449 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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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 | MM54 JXU |
| Make | Vauxhall |
| Model | Astra |
| Colour | Silver |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1598cc |
| Year | 2005 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | MM — Manchester, Manchester and Merseyside |
| Age identifier | 54 — September 2004 to February 2005 |
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About MM54 JXU
What car is MM54 JXU?
MM54 JXU is an silver Vauxhall Astra, petrol (1598cc). First registered in Manchester in 2005.
What is the mileage of MM54 JXU?
The last recorded mileage for MM54 JXU was 144,230 miles, recorded on 8 Jun 2015 during its most recent MOT test.
Has MM54 JXU passed its MOT?
MM54 JXU has had 10 MOT tests with an 80% pass rate (8 passes, 2 failures). It last passed on 8 Jun 2015.
Is MM54 JXU ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, MM54 JXU 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 MM54 JXU?
MM54 JXU is approximately 21 years old. Age identifier 54 means registered between 1 September 2004 and 28 February 2005.