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At a glance
This 2005 Vauxhall Astra Petrol 1598cc has had 17 MOT tests on record, passing 13 and failing 4 (76% pass rate). It has 50,449 miles on the clock, averaging 3,051 miles per year, well 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 SM54 RZD
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Mileage Analysis
Low mileage| Latest reading | 50,449 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Average per year | 3,051 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 17 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 | SM54 RZD |
| Make | Vauxhall |
| Model | Astra |
| Colour | Gold |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1598cc |
| Year | 2005 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | SM — Edinburgh, Scotland |
| Age identifier | 54 — September 2004 to February 2005 |
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About SM54 RZD
What car is SM54 RZD?
SM54 RZD is an gold Vauxhall Astra, petrol (1598cc). First registered in Edinburgh in 2005.
What is the mileage of SM54 RZD?
The last recorded mileage for SM54 RZD was 50,449 miles, recorded on 6 Oct 2020 during its most recent MOT test.
Has SM54 RZD passed its MOT?
SM54 RZD has had 17 MOT tests with a 76% pass rate (13 passes, 4 failures). It last passed on 6 Oct 2020.
Is SM54 RZD ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, SM54 RZD 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 SM54 RZD?
SM54 RZD is approximately 21 years old. Age identifier 54 means registered between 1 September 2004 and 28 February 2005.