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At a glance
This 2005 Vauxhall Astra Diesel 1686cc has had 15 MOT tests on record, passing 12 and failing 3 (80% pass rate). It has 167,811 miles on the clock, averaging 9,805 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 SX51 APE
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Mileage Analysis
Above average| Latest reading | 167,811 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 8,918 |
| Average per year | 9,805 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 15 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 | SX51 APE |
| Make | Vauxhall |
| Model | Astra |
| Colour | Silver |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1686cc |
| Year | 2005 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | SX — Inverness, Scotland |
| Age identifier | 51 — September 2001 to February 2002 |
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About SX51 APE
What car is SX51 APE?
SX51 APE is an silver Vauxhall Astra, diesel (1686cc). First registered in Inverness in 2005.
What is the mileage of SX51 APE?
The last recorded mileage for SX51 APE was 167,811 miles, recorded on 2 Sep 2020 during its most recent MOT test.
Has SX51 APE passed its MOT?
SX51 APE has had 15 MOT tests with an 80% pass rate (12 passes, 3 failures). It last passed on 2 Sep 2020.
Is SX51 APE ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, SX51 APE 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 SX51 APE?
SX51 APE is approximately 21 years old. Age identifier 51 means registered between 1 September 2001 and 28 February 2002.