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MM55 NGU

2005 Vauxhall Astra · Petrol · 1598cc

Grey Registered in Manchester, Manchester and Merseyside · 21 years old

Vehicle summary

MakeVauxhall
ModelAstra
Year2005
FuelPetrol
Engine1598cc
ColourGrey
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 12 MOT tests on record, passing 9 and failing 3 (75% pass rate). It has 80,326 miles on the clock, averaging 7,218 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 MM55 NGU

MOT Status
Due date passed
80,326
Last Mileage
Recorded
12
Total Tests
Since 2009
75%
Pass Rate
9 passed, 3 failed

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

3

MOT failures recorded

Out of 12 tests on record
7,218

Average miles/year

Below UK average of 7,400
0

Gaps in MOT history

No gaps detected in MOT coverage

Mileage Analysis

Below average
Latest reading80,326 miles
Reading date
Miles last year5,979
Average per year7,218
Mileage consistencyConsistent
Mileage over time for MM55 NGU 22k37k51k66k80k '09'17'14

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Full MOT Test History 12 tests on record

PASS
Mileage80,326 miles
Since last MOT+5,979 miles
PASS
Mileage74,347 miles
Since last MOT+9 miles
FAIL
Mileage74,338 miles
Since last MOT+6,406 miles
PASS
Mileage67,932 miles
Since last MOT+9,523 miles
PASS
Mileage58,409 miles
Since last MOT+21 miles
FAIL
Mileage58,388 miles
Since last MOT+7,093 miles
PASS
Mileage51,295 miles
Since last MOT+7,196 miles
PASS
Mileage44,099 miles
Since last MOT+6 miles
FAIL
Mileage44,093 miles
Since last MOT+6,336 miles
PASS
Mileage37,757 miles
Since last MOT+7,482 miles
PASS
Mileage30,275 miles
Since last MOT+8,103 miles
PASS
Mileage22,172 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

RegistrationMM55 NGU
MakeVauxhall
ModelAstra
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1598cc
Year2005
First registered
Area codeMM — Manchester, Manchester and Merseyside
Age identifier55 — September 2005 to February 2006

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About MM55 NGU

What car is MM55 NGU?

MM55 NGU is an grey Vauxhall Astra, petrol (1598cc). First registered in Manchester in 2005.

What is the mileage of MM55 NGU?

The last recorded mileage for MM55 NGU was 80,326 miles, recorded on 9 Feb 2017 during its most recent MOT test.

Has MM55 NGU passed its MOT?

MM55 NGU has had 12 MOT tests with a 75% pass rate (9 passes, 3 failures). It last passed on 9 Feb 2017.

Is MM55 NGU ULEZ compliant?

Based on its fuel type and registration year, MM55 NGU 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 MM55 NGU?

MM55 NGU is approximately 21 years old. Age identifier 55 means registered between 1 September 2005 and 28 February 2006.