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At a glance
This 2005 Vauxhall Astra Petrol 1598cc has had 5 MOT tests on record, passing 3 and failing 2 (60% pass rate). It has 64,952 miles on the clock, averaging 7,703 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 SH54 XAL
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Mileage Analysis
About average| Latest reading | 64,952 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 14,061 |
| Average per year | 7,703 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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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 | SH54 XAL |
| Make | Vauxhall |
| Model | Astra |
| Colour | Grey |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1598cc |
| Year | 2005 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | SH — Glasgow, Scotland |
| Age identifier | 54 — September 2004 to February 2005 |
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About SH54 XAL
What car is SH54 XAL?
SH54 XAL is an grey Vauxhall Astra, petrol (1598cc). First registered in Glasgow in 2005.
What is the mileage of SH54 XAL?
The last recorded mileage for SH54 XAL was 64,952 miles, recorded on 25 May 2012 during its most recent MOT test.
Has SH54 XAL passed its MOT?
SH54 XAL has had 5 MOT tests with a 60% pass rate (3 passes, 2 failures). It last passed on 25 May 2012.
Is SH54 XAL ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, SH54 XAL 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 SH54 XAL?
SH54 XAL is approximately 21 years old. Age identifier 54 means registered between 1 September 2004 and 28 February 2005.