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At a glance
This 2005 Vauxhall Astra Diesel 1364cc has had 15 MOT tests on record, passing 10 and failing 5 (67% pass rate). It has 27,164 miles on the clock, averaging 2,085 miles per year, well below the UK average of 7,400. Common Vauxhall Astra issues include central locking door mechanism and passenger compartment wiring connectors.
MOT & Mileage History for SB05 XUP
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Mileage Analysis
Low mileage| Latest reading | 27,164 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 4 |
| Average per year | 2,085 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 15 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 | SB05 XUP |
| Make | Vauxhall |
| Model | Astra |
| Colour | Silver |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1364cc |
| Year | 2005 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | SB — Glasgow, Scotland |
| Age identifier | 05 — March 2005 to August 2005 |
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About SB05 XUP
What car is SB05 XUP?
SB05 XUP is an silver Vauxhall Astra, diesel (1364cc). First registered in Glasgow in 2005.
What is the mileage of SB05 XUP?
The last recorded mileage for SB05 XUP was 27,164 miles, recorded on 21 Jun 2017 during its most recent MOT test.
Has SB05 XUP passed its MOT?
SB05 XUP has had 15 MOT tests with a 67% pass rate (10 passes, 5 failures). It last passed on 21 Jun 2017.
Is SB05 XUP ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, SB05 XUP 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 SB05 XUP?
SB05 XUP is approximately 21 years old. Age identifier 05 means registered between 1 March 2005 and 31 August 2005.