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WM54 EPD

2005 Vauxhall Astra · Petrol · 1598cc

Red Registered in Bristol, West of England · 21 years old

Vehicle summary

MakeVauxhall
ModelAstra
Year2005
FuelPetrol
Engine1598cc
ColourRed
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 10 MOT tests on record, passing 8 and failing 2 (80% pass rate). It has 75,837 miles on the clock, averaging 7,039 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 WM54 EPD

MOT Status
Due date passed
75,837
Last Mileage
Recorded
10
Total Tests
Since 2008
80%
Pass Rate
8 passed, 2 failed

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

2

MOT failures recorded

Out of 10 tests on record
7,039

Average miles/year

Below UK average of 7,400
1

Gap in MOT history

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

Mileage Analysis

Below average
Latest reading75,837 miles
Reading date
Average per year7,039
Mileage consistencyConsistent
Mileage over time for WM54 EPD 26k38k51k63k76k '08'15'13

Check WM54 EPD

Full MOT Test History 10 tests on record

PASS
Mileage75,837 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage75,837 miles
Since last MOT+8,732 miles
PASS
Mileage67,105 miles
Since last MOT+8,334 miles
PASS
Mileage58,771 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage58,771 miles
Since last MOT+5,496 miles
PASS
Mileage53,275 miles
Since last MOT+5,363 miles
PASS
Mileage47,912 miles
Since last MOT+6,792 miles
PASS
Mileage41,120 miles
Since last MOT+8,558 miles
PASS
Mileage32,562 miles
Since last MOT+7,004 miles
PASS
Mileage25,558 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

RegistrationWM54 EPD
MakeVauxhall
ModelAstra
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1598cc
Year2005
First registered
Area codeWM — Bristol, West of England
Age identifier54 — September 2004 to February 2005

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About WM54 EPD

What car is WM54 EPD?

WM54 EPD is a red Vauxhall Astra, petrol (1598cc). First registered in Bristol in 2005.

What is the mileage of WM54 EPD?

The last recorded mileage for WM54 EPD was 75,837 miles, recorded on 2 Mar 2015 during its most recent MOT test.

Has WM54 EPD passed its MOT?

WM54 EPD has had 10 MOT tests with an 80% pass rate (8 passes, 2 failures). It last passed on 2 Mar 2015.

Is WM54 EPD ULEZ compliant?

Based on its fuel type and registration year, WM54 EPD 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 WM54 EPD?

WM54 EPD is approximately 21 years old. Age identifier 54 means registered between 1 September 2004 and 28 February 2005.