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SH55 EJA

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 11 MOT tests on record, passing 6 and failing 5 (55% pass rate). It has 75,781 miles on the clock, averaging 7,362 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 EJA

MOT Status
Due date passed
75,781
Last Mileage
Recorded
11
Total Tests
Since 2009
55%
Pass Rate
6 passed, 5 failed

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

5

MOT failures recorded

Out of 11 tests on record
7,362

Average miles/year

Below UK average of 7,400
1

Gap in MOT history

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

Mileage Analysis

Below average
Latest reading75,781 miles
Reading date
Miles last year73
Average per year7,362
Mileage consistencyConsistent
Mileage over time for SH55 EJA 29k40k52k64k76k '09'15'13

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Full MOT Test History 11 tests on record

PASS
Mileage75,781 miles
Since last MOT+73 miles
FAIL
Mileage75,708 miles
Since last MOT+8,032 miles
PASS
Mileage67,676 miles
Since last MOT+6,838 miles
PASS
Mileage60,838 miles
Since last MOT+23 miles
FAIL
Mileage60,815 miles
Since last MOT+9,248 miles
PASS
Mileage51,567 miles
Since last MOT+6 miles
FAIL
Mileage51,561 miles
Since last MOT+9,750 miles
FAIL
Mileage41,811 miles
PASS
PASS
Mileage28,714 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage28,714 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 EJA
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 EJA

What car is SH55 EJA?

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

What is the mileage of SH55 EJA?

The last recorded mileage for SH55 EJA was 75,781 miles, recorded on 30 Jun 2015 during its most recent MOT test.

Has SH55 EJA passed its MOT?

SH55 EJA has had 11 MOT tests with a 55% pass rate (6 passes, 5 failures). It last passed on 30 Jun 2015.

Is SH55 EJA ULEZ compliant?

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

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