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At a glance
This 2005 Vauxhall Astra Petrol 1598cc has had 21 MOT tests on record, passing 17 and failing 4 (81% pass rate). It has 106,274 miles on the clock, averaging 5,643 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 SH55 EGJ
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Mileage Analysis
Below average| Latest reading | 106,274 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 11,750 |
| Average per year | 5,643 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 21 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 | SH55 EGJ |
| Make | Vauxhall |
| Model | Astra |
| Colour | Grey |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1598cc |
| Year | 2005 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | SH — Glasgow, Scotland |
| Age identifier | 55 — September 2005 to February 2006 |
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About SH55 EGJ
What car is SH55 EGJ?
SH55 EGJ is an grey Vauxhall Astra, petrol (1598cc). First registered in Glasgow in 2005.
What is the mileage of SH55 EGJ?
The last recorded mileage for SH55 EGJ was 106,274 miles, recorded on 24 May 2024 during its most recent MOT test.
Has SH55 EGJ passed its MOT?
SH55 EGJ has had 21 MOT tests with an 81% pass rate (17 passes, 4 failures). It last passed on 24 May 2024.
Is SH55 EGJ ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, SH55 EGJ 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 EGJ?
SH55 EGJ is approximately 21 years old. Age identifier 55 means registered between 1 September 2005 and 28 February 2006.