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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 101,693 miles on the clock, averaging 10,481 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 YP55 KLX
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Mileage Analysis
Above average| Latest reading | 101,693 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 3,115 |
| Average per year | 10,481 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 9 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 | YP55 KLX |
| Make | Vauxhall |
| Model | Astra |
| Colour | Black |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1598cc |
| Year | 2005 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | YP — Sheffield, Yorkshire |
| Age identifier | 55 — September 2005 to February 2006 |
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About YP55 KLX
What car is YP55 KLX?
YP55 KLX is a black Vauxhall Astra, petrol (1598cc). First registered in Sheffield in 2005.
What is the mileage of YP55 KLX?
The last recorded mileage for YP55 KLX was 101,693 miles, recorded on 23 Jan 2015 during its most recent MOT test.
Has YP55 KLX passed its MOT?
YP55 KLX has had 9 MOT tests with a 78% pass rate (7 passes, 2 failures). It last passed on 23 Jan 2015.
Is YP55 KLX ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, YP55 KLX 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 YP55 KLX?
YP55 KLX is approximately 21 years old. Age identifier 55 means registered between 1 September 2005 and 28 February 2006.