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At a glance
This 2005 Vauxhall Astra Petrol 1598cc has had 19 MOT tests on record, passing 12 and failing 7 (63% pass rate). It has 140,515 miles on the clock, averaging 9,734 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 PF54 HTV
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Mileage Analysis
Above average| Latest reading | 140,515 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 6 |
| Average per year | 9,734 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 19 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 | PF54 HTV |
| Make | Vauxhall |
| Model | Astra |
| Colour | Grey |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1598cc |
| Year | 2005 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | PF — Preston, Preston |
| Age identifier | 54 — September 2004 to February 2005 |
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About PF54 HTV
What car is PF54 HTV?
PF54 HTV is a grey Vauxhall Astra, petrol (1598cc). First registered in Preston in 2005.
What is the mileage of PF54 HTV?
The last recorded mileage for PF54 HTV was 140,515 miles, recorded on 22 Jan 2019 during its most recent MOT test.
Has PF54 HTV passed its MOT?
PF54 HTV has had 19 MOT tests with a 63% pass rate (12 passes, 7 failures). It last passed on 22 Jan 2019.
Is PF54 HTV ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, PF54 HTV 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 PF54 HTV?
PF54 HTV is approximately 21 years old. Age identifier 54 means registered between 1 September 2004 and 28 February 2005.