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SH55 NPX

2005 Vauxhall Astra · Diesel · 1248cc

Silver Registered in Glasgow, Scotland · 21 years old

Vehicle summary

MakeVauxhall
ModelAstra
Year2005
FuelDiesel
Engine1248cc
ColourSilver
ULEZ (est.)Likely Non-compliantDiesel pre-2015
Est. Annual Tax£130–£165

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 Diesel 1248cc has had 12 MOT tests on record, passing 8 and failing 4 (67% pass rate). It has 151,242 miles on the clock, averaging 13,131 miles per year, above 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 NPX

MOT Status
Due date passed
151,242
Last Mileage
Recorded
12
Total Tests
Since 2008
67%
Pass Rate
8 passed, 4 failed

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

4

MOT failures recorded

Out of 12 tests on record
13,131

Average miles/year

Above UK average of 7,400
3

Gaps in MOT history

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

Mileage Analysis

Above average
Latest reading151,242 miles
Reading date
Miles last year20,987
Average per year13,131
Mileage consistencyVariable
Mileage over time for SH55 NPX 46k72k99k125k151k '08'16'13

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Full MOT Test History 12 tests on record

PASS
Mileage151,242 miles
Since last MOT+20,987 miles
PASS
Mileage130,255 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage130,255 miles
Since last MOT+23,126 miles
PASS
Mileage107,129 miles
Since last MOT+20,879 miles
PASS
Mileage86,250 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage86,250 miles
Since last MOT+13,449 miles
PASS
Mileage72,801 miles
Since last MOT+277 miles
FAIL
Mileage72,524 miles
Since last MOT+5,287 miles
PASS
Mileage67,237 miles
Since last MOT+10,663 miles
PASS
Mileage56,574 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage56,574 miles
Since last MOT+10,557 miles
PASS
Mileage46,017 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 NPX
MakeVauxhall
ModelAstra
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1248cc
Year2005
First registered
Area codeSH — Glasgow, Scotland
Age identifier55 — September 2005 to February 2006

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About SH55 NPX

What car is SH55 NPX?

SH55 NPX is an silver Vauxhall Astra, diesel (1248cc). First registered in Glasgow in 2005.

What is the mileage of SH55 NPX?

The last recorded mileage for SH55 NPX was 151,242 miles, recorded on 30 Sep 2016 during its most recent MOT test.

Has SH55 NPX passed its MOT?

SH55 NPX has had 12 MOT tests with a 67% pass rate (8 passes, 4 failures). It last passed on 30 Sep 2016.

Is SH55 NPX ULEZ compliant?

Based on its fuel type and registration year, SH55 NPX is likely not ULEZ compliant. As a diesel vehicle registered in 2005, it typically does not meet the Euro 6 emission standard required. This is an estimate — confirm with TfL's ULEZ checker.

How old is SH55 NPX?

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