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At a glance
This 2005 Vauxhall Astra Diesel 1686cc has had 1 MOT test on record, passing every one. It has 89,297 miles on the clock at the last MOT. Common Vauxhall Astra issues include central locking door mechanism and passenger compartment wiring connectors.
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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 | SA05 ORN |
| Make | Vauxhall |
| Model | Astra |
| Colour | Grey |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1686cc |
| Year | 2005 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | SA — Glasgow, Scotland |
| Age identifier | 05 — March 2005 to August 2005 |
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About SA05 ORN
What car is SA05 ORN?
SA05 ORN is an grey Vauxhall Astra, diesel (1686cc). First registered in Glasgow in 2005.
What is the mileage of SA05 ORN?
The last recorded mileage for SA05 ORN was 89,297 miles, recorded on 27 Mar 2008 during its most recent MOT test.
Has SA05 ORN passed its MOT?
SA05 ORN has had 1 MOT tests with an 100% pass rate (1 pass, 0 failures). It last passed on 27 Mar 2008.
Is SA05 ORN ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, SA05 ORN is likely not ULEZ compliant. As a diesel vehicle registered in 2005, it typically does not meet the Euro 6 emission standard required. This is an estimate — confirm with TfL's ULEZ checker.
How old is SA05 ORN?
SA05 ORN is approximately 21 years old. Age identifier 05 means registered between 1 March 2005 and 31 August 2005.