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VE55 FTT

2005 Vauxhall Astra · Petrol · 1598cc

Silver Registered in Worcester, Severn Valley · 21 years old

Vehicle summary

MakeVauxhall
ModelAstra
Year2005
FuelPetrol
Engine1598cc
ColourSilver
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 9 MOT tests on record, passing 7 and failing 2 (78% pass rate). It has 91,976 miles on the clock, averaging 9,959 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 VE55 FTT

MOT Status
Due date passed
91,976
Last Mileage
Recorded
9
Total Tests
Since 2008
78%
Pass Rate
7 passed, 2 failed

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

2

MOT failures recorded

Out of 9 tests on record
9,959

Average miles/year

Above UK average of 7,400
1

Gap in MOT history

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

Mileage Analysis

Above average
Latest reading91,976 miles
Reading date
Miles last year8,858
Average per year9,959
Mileage consistencyConsistent
Mileage over time for VE55 FTT 39k52k65k79k92k '08'14'11

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Full MOT Test History 9 tests on record

PASS
Mileage91,976 miles
Since last MOT+8,858 miles
PASS
Mileage83,118 miles
Since last MOT+3,692 miles
PASS
Mileage79,426 miles
Since last MOT+2,181 miles
PASS
Mileage77,245 miles
Since last MOT+136 miles
FAIL
Mileage77,109 miles
Since last MOT+11,233 miles
PASS
Mileage65,876 miles
Since last MOT+3 miles
FAIL
Mileage65,873 miles
Since last MOT+14,325 miles
PASS
Mileage51,548 miles
Since last MOT+12,739 miles
PASS
Mileage38,809 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

RegistrationVE55 FTT
MakeVauxhall
ModelAstra
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1598cc
Year2005
First registered
Area codeVE — Worcester, Severn Valley
Age identifier55 — September 2005 to February 2006

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About VE55 FTT

What car is VE55 FTT?

VE55 FTT is a silver Vauxhall Astra, petrol (1598cc). First registered in Worcester in 2005.

What is the mileage of VE55 FTT?

The last recorded mileage for VE55 FTT was 91,976 miles, recorded on 24 Mar 2014 during its most recent MOT test.

Has VE55 FTT passed its MOT?

VE55 FTT has had 9 MOT tests with a 78% pass rate (7 passes, 2 failures). It last passed on 24 Mar 2014.

Is VE55 FTT ULEZ compliant?

Based on its fuel type and registration year, VE55 FTT 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 VE55 FTT?

VE55 FTT is approximately 21 years old. Age identifier 55 means registered between 1 September 2005 and 28 February 2006.