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At a glance
This 2005 Vauxhall Astra Petrol 1796cc has had 17 MOT tests on record, passing 10 and failing 7 (59% pass rate). It has 114,524 miles on the clock, averaging 8,668 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 NK54 VHD
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Mileage Analysis
About average| Latest reading | 114,524 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 43 |
| Average per year | 8,668 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 17 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 | NK54 VHD |
| Make | Vauxhall |
| Model | Astra |
| Colour | Silver |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1796cc |
| Year | 2005 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | NK — Newcastle, North |
| Age identifier | 54 — September 2004 to February 2005 |
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About NK54 VHD
What car is NK54 VHD?
NK54 VHD is an silver Vauxhall Astra, petrol (1796cc). First registered in Newcastle in 2005.
What is the mileage of NK54 VHD?
The last recorded mileage for NK54 VHD was 114,524 miles, recorded on 29 Aug 2017 during its most recent MOT test.
Has NK54 VHD passed its MOT?
NK54 VHD has had 17 MOT tests with a 59% pass rate (10 passes, 7 failures). It last passed on 29 Aug 2017.
Is NK54 VHD ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, NK54 VHD 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 NK54 VHD?
NK54 VHD is approximately 21 years old. Age identifier 54 means registered between 1 September 2004 and 28 February 2005.