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WM54 SXT

2005 Vauxhall Astra · Petrol · 1598cc

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

Vehicle summary

MakeVauxhall
ModelAstra
Year2005
FuelPetrol
Engine1598cc
ColourBlue
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 15 MOT tests on record, passing 12 and failing 3 (80% pass rate). It has 131,547 miles on the clock, averaging 8,471 miles per year, around 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 SXT

MOT Status
Due date passed
131,547
Last Mileage
Recorded
15
Total Tests
Since 2008
80%
Pass Rate
12 passed, 3 failed

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

3

MOT failures recorded

Out of 15 tests on record
8,471

Average miles/year

Around UK average of 7,400
0

Gaps in MOT history

No gaps detected in MOT coverage

Mileage Analysis

About average
Latest reading131,547 miles
Reading date
Miles last year4,507
Average per year8,471
Mileage consistencyVariable
Mileage over time for WM54 SXT 39k62k85k108k132k '08'18'13

Check WM54 SXT

Full MOT Test History 15 tests on record

PASS
Mileage131,547 miles
Since last MOT+4,507 miles
PASS
Mileage127,040 miles
Since last MOT+14,010 miles
PASS
Mileage113,030 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage113,030 miles
Since last MOT+14,672 miles
PASS
Mileage98,358 miles
Since last MOT+4,880 miles
PASS
Mileage93,478 miles
Since last MOT+6,688 miles
PASS
Mileage86,790 miles
Since last MOT+12 miles
FAIL
Mileage86,778 miles
Since last MOT+6,767 miles
PASS
Mileage80,011 miles
Since last MOT+6,997 miles
PASS
Mileage73,014 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage73,014 miles
Since last MOT+7,508 miles
PASS
Mileage65,506 miles
Since last MOT+4,809 miles
PASS
Mileage60,697 miles
Since last MOT+9,755 miles
PASS
Mileage50,942 miles
Since last MOT+11,822 miles
PASS
Mileage39,120 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 SXT
MakeVauxhall
ModelAstra
ColourBlue
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 SXT

What car is WM54 SXT?

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

What is the mileage of WM54 SXT?

The last recorded mileage for WM54 SXT was 131,547 miles, recorded on 21 Dec 2018 during its most recent MOT test.

Has WM54 SXT passed its MOT?

WM54 SXT has had 15 MOT tests with an 80% pass rate (12 passes, 3 failures). It last passed on 21 Dec 2018.

Is WM54 SXT ULEZ compliant?

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

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