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SH55 AEN

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 11 and failing 3 (79% pass rate). It has 106,842 miles on the clock, averaging 7,773 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 SH55 AEN

MOT Status
Due date passed
106,842
Last Mileage
Recorded
14
Total Tests
Since 2008
79%
Pass Rate
11 passed, 3 failed

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

3

MOT failures recorded

Out of 14 tests on record
7,773

Average miles/year

Around UK average of 7,400
1

Gap in MOT history

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

Mileage Analysis

About average
Latest reading106,842 miles
Reading date
Average per year7,773
Mileage consistencyVariable
Mileage over time for SH55 AEN 27k47k67k87k107k '08'19'15

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Full MOT Test History 14 tests on record

PASS
Mileage106,842 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage106,842 miles
Since last MOT+8,484 miles
PASS
Mileage98,358 miles
Since last MOT+10,115 miles
PASS
Mileage88,243 miles
Since last MOT+7,773 miles
PASS
Mileage80,470 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage80,470 miles
Since last MOT+5,653 miles
PASS
Mileage74,817 miles
Since last MOT+8,175 miles
PASS
Mileage66,642 miles
Since last MOT+7,612 miles
PASS
Mileage59,030 miles
Since last MOT+10,313 miles
PASS
Mileage48,717 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage48,717 miles
Since last MOT+3,638 miles
PASS
Mileage45,079 miles
Since last MOT+10,184 miles
PASS
Mileage34,895 miles
Since last MOT+7,958 miles
PASS
Mileage26,937 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

RegistrationSH55 AEN
MakeVauxhall
ModelAstra
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1598cc
Year2005
First registered
Area codeSH — Glasgow, Scotland
Age identifier55 — September 2005 to February 2006

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About SH55 AEN

What car is SH55 AEN?

SH55 AEN is an black Vauxhall Astra, petrol (1598cc). First registered in Glasgow in 2005.

What is the mileage of SH55 AEN?

The last recorded mileage for SH55 AEN was 106,842 miles, recorded on 2 Feb 2019 during its most recent MOT test.

Has SH55 AEN passed its MOT?

SH55 AEN has had 14 MOT tests with a 79% pass rate (11 passes, 3 failures). It last passed on 2 Feb 2019.

Is SH55 AEN ULEZ compliant?

Based on its fuel type and registration year, SH55 AEN 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 SH55 AEN?

SH55 AEN is approximately 21 years old. Age identifier 55 means registered between 1 September 2005 and 28 February 2006.