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SH55 XFW

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 16 MOT tests on record, passing 10 and failing 6 (63% pass rate). It has 162,837 miles on the clock, averaging 7,472 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 XFW

MOT Status
Due date passed
162,837
Last Mileage
Recorded
16
Total Tests
Since 2008
63%
Pass Rate
10 passed, 6 failed

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

6

MOT failures recorded

Out of 16 tests on record
7,472

Average miles/year

Around UK average of 7,400
4

Gaps in MOT history

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

Mileage Analysis

About average
Latest reading162,837 miles
Reading date
Miles last year6,932
Average per year7,472
Mileage consistencyVariable
Mileage over time for SH55 XFW 73k96k118k140k163k '08'20'13

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Full MOT Test History 16 tests on record

PASS
Mileage162,837 miles
Since last MOT+6,932 miles
PASS
Mileage155,905 miles
Since last MOT+1,702 miles
PASS
Mileage154,203 miles
Since last MOT+1,734 miles
PASS
Mileage152,469 miles
Since last MOT+1,610 miles
PASS
Mileage150,859 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage150,859 miles
Since last MOT+6,192 miles
PASS
Mileage144,667 miles
Since last MOT+130,504 miles
PASS
Mileage14,163 miles
FAIL
Mileage136,079 miles
Since last MOT+11,982 miles
PASS
Mileage124,097 miles
Since last MOT+10,328 miles
PASS
Mileage113,769 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage113,769 miles
Since last MOT+238 miles
FAIL
Mileage113,531 miles
Since last MOT+16,515 miles
PASS
Mileage97,016 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage97,016 miles
Since last MOT+23,679 miles
FAIL
Mileage73,337 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 XFW
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 XFW

What car is SH55 XFW?

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

What is the mileage of SH55 XFW?

The last recorded mileage for SH55 XFW was 162,837 miles, recorded on 16 Nov 2020 during its most recent MOT test.

Has SH55 XFW passed its MOT?

SH55 XFW has had 16 MOT tests with a 63% pass rate (10 passes, 6 failures). It last passed on 16 Nov 2020.

Is SH55 XFW ULEZ compliant?

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

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