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At a glance
This 2005 Vauxhall Astra Petrol 1598cc has had 25 MOT tests on record, passing 16 and failing 9 (64% pass rate). It has 87,055 miles on the clock, averaging 4,368 miles per year, well 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 YB54 APU
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Mileage Analysis
Low mileage| Latest reading | 87,055 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 1 |
| Average per year | 4,368 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 25 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 | YB54 APU |
| Make | Vauxhall |
| Model | Astra |
| Colour | Blue |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1598cc |
| Year | 2005 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | YB — Leeds, Yorkshire |
| Age identifier | 54 — September 2004 to February 2005 |
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About YB54 APU
What car is YB54 APU?
YB54 APU is a blue Vauxhall Astra, petrol (1598cc). First registered in Leeds in 2005.
What is the mileage of YB54 APU?
The last recorded mileage for YB54 APU was 87,055 miles, recorded on 29 Jun 2023 during its most recent MOT test.
Has YB54 APU passed its MOT?
YB54 APU has had 25 MOT tests with a 64% pass rate (16 passes, 9 failures). It last passed on 29 Jun 2023.
Is YB54 APU ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, YB54 APU 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 YB54 APU?
YB54 APU is approximately 21 years old. Age identifier 54 means registered between 1 September 2004 and 28 February 2005.