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SE05 LXG

2005 Vauxhall Astra · Petrol · 1598cc

Black Registered in Glasgow, Scotland · 21 years old

Vehicle summary

MakeVauxhall
ModelAstra
Year2005
FuelPetrol
Engine1598cc
ColourBlack
ULEZ (est.)Likely Non-compliantPetrol pre-2006
Est. Annual Tax£165–£265

ULEZ status is estimated based on fuel type and registration year. It may not reflect the actual emission standard of this vehicle. Check with TfL for a definitive answer.

At a glance

This 2005 Vauxhall Astra Petrol 1598cc has had 14 MOT tests on record, passing 10 and failing 4 (71% pass rate). It has 88,353 miles on the clock, averaging 6,100 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 SE05 LXG

MOT Status
Due date passed
88,353
Last Mileage
Recorded
14
Total Tests
Since 2007
71%
Pass Rate
10 passed, 4 failed

Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.

4

MOT failures recorded

Out of 14 tests on record
6,100

Average miles/year

Below UK average of 7,400
2

Gaps in MOT history

Periods with no valid MOT — may have been SORN or untaxed

Mileage Analysis

Below average
Latest reading88,353 miles
Reading date
Miles last year7,422
Average per year6,100
Mileage consistencyVariable
Mileage over time for SE05 LXG 19k36k54k71k88k '07'19'13

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Full MOT Test History 14 tests on record

PASS
Mileage88,353 miles
Since last MOT+7,422 miles
PASS
Mileage80,931 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage80,931 miles
Since last MOT+7,332 miles
PASS
Mileage73,599 miles
Since last MOT+1 miles
FAIL
Mileage73,598 miles
Since last MOT+6,619 miles
PASS
Mileage66,979 miles
Since last MOT+8,638 miles
PASS
Mileage58,341 miles
Since last MOT+6,734 miles
PASS
Mileage51,607 miles
Since last MOT+1,673 miles
FAIL
Mileage49,934 miles
Since last MOT+9,750 miles
PASS
Mileage40,184 miles
Since last MOT+7,735 miles
PASS
Mileage32,449 miles
Since last MOT+6,748 miles
PASS
Mileage25,701 miles
Since last MOT+6,642 miles
PASS
Mileage19,059 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage19,059 miles

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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

RegistrationSE05 LXG
MakeVauxhall
ModelAstra
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1598cc
Year2005
First registered
Area codeSE — Glasgow, Scotland
Age identifier05 — March 2005 to August 2005

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About SE05 LXG

What car is SE05 LXG?

SE05 LXG is an black Vauxhall Astra, petrol (1598cc). First registered in Glasgow in 2005.

What is the mileage of SE05 LXG?

The last recorded mileage for SE05 LXG was 88,353 miles, recorded on 20 Apr 2019 during its most recent MOT test.

Has SE05 LXG passed its MOT?

SE05 LXG has had 14 MOT tests with a 71% pass rate (10 passes, 4 failures). It last passed on 20 Apr 2019.

Is SE05 LXG ULEZ compliant?

Based on its fuel type and registration year, SE05 LXG 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 SE05 LXG?

SE05 LXG is approximately 21 years old. Age identifier 05 means registered between 1 March 2005 and 31 August 2005.