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At a glance
This 2005 Vauxhall Astra Petrol 1796cc has had 20 MOT tests on record, passing 13 and failing 7 (65% pass rate). It has 95,971 miles on the clock, averaging 5,546 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 SD55 SLU
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Mileage Analysis
Below average| Latest reading | 95,971 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 4,841 |
| Average per year | 5,546 |
| 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 | SD55 SLU |
| Make | Vauxhall |
| Model | Astra |
| Colour | Silver |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1796cc |
| Year | 2005 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | SD — Glasgow, Scotland |
| Age identifier | 55 — September 2005 to February 2006 |
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About SD55 SLU
What car is SD55 SLU?
SD55 SLU is an silver Vauxhall Astra, petrol (1796cc). First registered in Glasgow in 2005.
What is the mileage of SD55 SLU?
The last recorded mileage for SD55 SLU was 95,971 miles, recorded on 3 Mar 2020 during its most recent MOT test.
Has SD55 SLU passed its MOT?
SD55 SLU has had 20 MOT tests with a 65% pass rate (13 passes, 7 failures). It last passed on 3 Mar 2020.
Is SD55 SLU ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, SD55 SLU 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 SD55 SLU?
SD55 SLU is approximately 21 years old. Age identifier 55 means registered between 1 September 2005 and 28 February 2006.