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At a glance
This 2005 Vauxhall Astra Petrol 1598cc has had 23 MOT tests on record, passing 16 and failing 7 (70% pass rate). It has 112,341 miles on the clock, averaging 6,545 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 SO55 OZF
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Mileage Analysis
Below average| Latest reading | 112,341 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 18,475 |
| Average per year | 6,545 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 23 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 | SO55 OZF |
| Make | Vauxhall |
| Model | Astra |
| Colour | Red |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1598cc |
| Year | 2005 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | SO — Edinburgh, Scotland |
| Age identifier | 55 — September 2005 to February 2006 |
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About SO55 OZF
What car is SO55 OZF?
SO55 OZF is an red Vauxhall Astra, petrol (1598cc). First registered in Edinburgh in 2005.
What is the mileage of SO55 OZF?
The last recorded mileage for SO55 OZF was 112,341 miles, recorded on 23 Dec 2024 during its most recent MOT test.
Has SO55 OZF passed its MOT?
SO55 OZF has had 23 MOT tests with a 70% pass rate (16 passes, 7 failures). It last was tested on 23 Dec 2024.
Is SO55 OZF ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, SO55 OZF 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 SO55 OZF?
SO55 OZF is approximately 21 years old. Age identifier 55 means registered between 1 September 2005 and 28 February 2006.