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At a glance
This 2005 Vauxhall Astra Petrol 1796cc has had 13 MOT tests on record, passing 9 and failing 4 (69% pass rate). It has 86,606 miles on the clock, averaging 7,963 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 SB55 AXT
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Mileage Analysis
About average| Latest reading | 86,606 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 5,682 |
| Average per year | 7,963 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 13 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 | SB55 AXT |
| Make | Vauxhall |
| Model | Astra |
| Colour | Blue |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1796cc |
| Year | 2005 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | SB — Glasgow, Scotland |
| Age identifier | 55 — September 2005 to February 2006 |
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About SB55 AXT
What car is SB55 AXT?
SB55 AXT is an blue Vauxhall Astra, petrol (1796cc). First registered in Glasgow in 2005.
What is the mileage of SB55 AXT?
The last recorded mileage for SB55 AXT was 86,606 miles, recorded on 14 Apr 2017 during its most recent MOT test.
Has SB55 AXT passed its MOT?
SB55 AXT has had 13 MOT tests with a 69% pass rate (9 passes, 4 failures). It last passed on 14 Apr 2017.
Is SB55 AXT ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, SB55 AXT 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 SB55 AXT?
SB55 AXT is approximately 21 years old. Age identifier 55 means registered between 1 September 2005 and 28 February 2006.