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SH05 LLU

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 16 MOT tests on record, passing 11 and failing 5 (69% pass rate). It has 93,638 miles on the clock, averaging 5,537 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 SH05 LLU

MOT Status
Due date passed
93,638
Last Mileage
Recorded
16
Total Tests
Since 2008
69%
Pass Rate
11 passed, 5 failed

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

5

MOT failures recorded

Out of 16 tests on record
5,537

Average miles/year

Below UK average of 7,400
5

Gaps in MOT history

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

Mileage Analysis

Below average
Latest reading93,638 miles
Reading date
Miles last year3,429
Average per year5,537
Mileage consistencyVariable
Mileage over time for SH05 LLU 24k41k59k76k94k '08'20'16

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Full MOT Test History 16 tests on record

FAIL
Mileage93,638 miles
Since last MOT+3,429 miles
PASS
Mileage90,209 miles
Since last MOT+9,713 miles
PASS
Mileage80,496 miles
Since last MOT+434 miles
FAIL
Mileage80,062 miles
Since last MOT+11,610 miles
PASS
Mileage68,452 miles
Since last MOT+35 miles
FAIL
Mileage68,417 miles
Since last MOT+2,549 miles
PASS
Mileage65,868 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage65,868 miles
Since last MOT+12,488 miles
PASS
Mileage53,380 miles
Since last MOT+4,226 miles
PASS
Mileage49,154 miles
Since last MOT+5,844 miles
PASS
Mileage43,310 miles
Since last MOT+3,505 miles
PASS
Mileage39,805 miles
Since last MOT+5,641 miles
PASS
Mileage34,164 miles
Since last MOT+1 miles
FAIL
Mileage34,163 miles
Since last MOT+6,752 miles
PASS
Mileage27,411 miles
Since last MOT+3,491 miles
PASS
Mileage23,920 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

RegistrationSH05 LLU
MakeVauxhall
ModelAstra
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1598cc
Year2005
First registered
Area codeSH — Glasgow, Scotland
Age identifier05 — March 2005 to August 2005

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About SH05 LLU

What car is SH05 LLU?

SH05 LLU is an black Vauxhall Astra, petrol (1598cc). First registered in Glasgow in 2005.

What is the mileage of SH05 LLU?

The last recorded mileage for SH05 LLU was 93,638 miles, recorded on 22 Dec 2020 during its most recent MOT test.

Has SH05 LLU passed its MOT?

SH05 LLU has had 16 MOT tests with a 69% pass rate (11 passes, 5 failures). It last was tested on 22 Dec 2020.

Is SH05 LLU ULEZ compliant?

Based on its fuel type and registration year, SH05 LLU 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 SH05 LLU?

SH05 LLU is approximately 21 years old. Age identifier 05 means registered between 1 March 2005 and 31 August 2005.