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WR55 HYB

2005 Vauxhall Astra · Petrol · 1598cc

Silver Registered in Bristol, West of England · 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 5 and failing 4 (56% pass rate). It has 157,143 miles on the clock, averaging 17,635 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 WR55 HYB

MOT Status
Due date passed
157,143
Last Mileage
Recorded
9
Total Tests
Since 2008
56%
Pass Rate
5 passed, 4 failed

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

4

MOT failures recorded

Out of 9 tests on record
17,635

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 reading157,143 miles
Reading date
Miles last year8,623
Average per year17,635
Mileage consistencyConsistent
Mileage over time for WR55 HYB 51k78k104k131k157k '08'14'11

Check WR55 HYB

Full MOT Test History 9 tests on record

FAIL
Mileage157,143 miles
Since last MOT+8,623 miles
PASS
Mileage148,520 miles
Since last MOT+12,879 miles
FAIL
Mileage135,641 miles
Since last MOT+17,036 miles
PASS
Mileage118,605 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage118,605 miles
Since last MOT+22,365 miles
PASS
Mileage96,240 miles
Since last MOT+25,574 miles
PASS
Mileage70,666 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage70,666 miles
Since last MOT+19,502 miles
PASS
Mileage51,164 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

RegistrationWR55 HYB
MakeVauxhall
ModelAstra
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1598cc
Year2005
First registered
Area codeWR — Bristol, West of England
Age identifier55 — September 2005 to February 2006

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About WR55 HYB

What car is WR55 HYB?

WR55 HYB is a silver Vauxhall Astra, petrol (1598cc). First registered in Bristol in 2005.

What is the mileage of WR55 HYB?

The last recorded mileage for WR55 HYB was 157,143 miles, recorded on 22 Dec 2014 during its most recent MOT test.

Has WR55 HYB passed its MOT?

WR55 HYB has had 9 MOT tests with a 56% pass rate (5 passes, 4 failures). It last was tested on 22 Dec 2014.

Is WR55 HYB ULEZ compliant?

Based on its fuel type and registration year, WR55 HYB 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 WR55 HYB?

WR55 HYB is approximately 21 years old. Age identifier 55 means registered between 1 September 2005 and 28 February 2006.