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At a glance
This 2005 Vauxhall Astra Petrol 1796cc has had 25 MOT tests on record, passing 17 and failing 8 (68% pass rate). It has 164,515 miles on the clock, averaging 8,255 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 MW55 TZO
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Mileage Analysis
About average| Latest reading | 164,515 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 30 |
| Average per year | 8,255 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 25 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 | MW55 TZO |
| Make | Vauxhall |
| Model | Astra |
| Colour | Blue |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1796cc |
| Year | 2005 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | MW — Manchester, Manchester and Merseyside |
| Age identifier | 55 — September 2005 to February 2006 |
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About MW55 TZO
What car is MW55 TZO?
MW55 TZO is an blue Vauxhall Astra, petrol (1796cc). First registered in Manchester in 2005.
What is the mileage of MW55 TZO?
The last recorded mileage for MW55 TZO was 164,515 miles, recorded on 24 Apr 2025 during its most recent MOT test.
Has MW55 TZO passed its MOT?
MW55 TZO has had 25 MOT tests with a 68% pass rate (17 passes, 8 failures). It last passed on 24 Apr 2025.
Is MW55 TZO ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, MW55 TZO 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 MW55 TZO?
MW55 TZO is approximately 21 years old. Age identifier 55 means registered between 1 September 2005 and 28 February 2006.