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At a glance
This 2005 Vauxhall Astra Petrol 1598cc has had 20 MOT tests on record, passing 13 and failing 7 (65% pass rate). It has 85,254 miles on the clock, averaging 5,384 miles per year, 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 SC54 BVN
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Mileage Analysis
Below average| Latest reading | 85,254 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 2,967 |
| Average per year | 5,384 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 20 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 | SC54 BVN |
| Make | Vauxhall |
| Model | Astra |
| Colour | Blue |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1598cc |
| Year | 2005 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | SC — Glasgow, Scotland |
| Age identifier | 54 — September 2004 to February 2005 |
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About SC54 BVN
What car is SC54 BVN?
SC54 BVN is an blue Vauxhall Astra, petrol (1598cc). First registered in Glasgow in 2005.
What is the mileage of SC54 BVN?
The last recorded mileage for SC54 BVN was 85,254 miles, recorded on 27 Sep 2019 during its most recent MOT test.
Has SC54 BVN passed its MOT?
SC54 BVN has had 20 MOT tests with a 65% pass rate (13 passes, 7 failures). It last passed on 27 Sep 2019.
Is SC54 BVN ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, SC54 BVN 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 SC54 BVN?
SC54 BVN is approximately 21 years old. Age identifier 54 means registered between 1 September 2004 and 28 February 2005.