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PO55 XEE

2005 Vauxhall Astra · Petrol · 1598cc

Black Registered in Preston, Preston · 21 years old

Vehicle summary

MakeVauxhall
ModelAstra
Year2005
FuelPetrol
Engine1598cc
ColourBlack
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 8 and failing 4 (67% pass rate). It has 91,305 miles on the clock, averaging 8,218 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 PO55 XEE

MOT Status
Due date passed
91,305
Last Mileage
Recorded
12
Total Tests
Since 2008
67%
Pass Rate
8 passed, 4 failed

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

4

MOT failures recorded

Out of 12 tests on record
8,218

Average miles/year

Around UK average of 7,400
2

Gaps in MOT history

Periods with no valid MOT — may have been SORN or untaxed

Mileage Analysis

About average
Latest reading91,305 miles
Reading date
Miles last year1
Average per year8,218
Mileage consistencyVariable
Mileage over time for PO55 XEE 27k43k59k75k91k '08'16'14

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Full MOT Test History 12 tests on record

PASS
Mileage91,305 miles
Since last MOT+1 miles
FAIL
Mileage91,304 miles
Since last MOT+7,027 miles
PASS
Mileage84,277 miles
Since last MOT+9 miles
FAIL
Mileage84,268 miles
Since last MOT+2,492 miles
PASS
Mileage81,776 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage81,776 miles
Since last MOT+11,686 miles
PASS
Mileage70,090 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage70,090 miles
Since last MOT+8,957 miles
PASS
Mileage61,133 miles
Since last MOT+11,642 miles
PASS
Mileage49,491 miles
Since last MOT+6,785 miles
PASS
Mileage42,706 miles
Since last MOT+15,776 miles
PASS
Mileage26,930 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

RegistrationPO55 XEE
MakeVauxhall
ModelAstra
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1598cc
Year2005
First registered
Area codePO — Preston, Preston
Age identifier55 — September 2005 to February 2006

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About PO55 XEE

What car is PO55 XEE?

PO55 XEE is a black Vauxhall Astra, petrol (1598cc). First registered in Preston in 2005.

What is the mileage of PO55 XEE?

The last recorded mileage for PO55 XEE was 91,305 miles, recorded on 18 Oct 2016 during its most recent MOT test.

Has PO55 XEE passed its MOT?

PO55 XEE has had 12 MOT tests with a 67% pass rate (8 passes, 4 failures). It last passed on 18 Oct 2016.

Is PO55 XEE ULEZ compliant?

Based on its fuel type and registration year, PO55 XEE 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 PO55 XEE?

PO55 XEE is approximately 21 years old. Age identifier 55 means registered between 1 September 2005 and 28 February 2006.