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AJ55 JWM

2005 Vauxhall Astra · Petrol · 1598cc

Silver Registered in Peterborough, Anglia · 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 10 MOT tests on record, passing 8 and failing 2 (80% pass rate). It has 83,664 miles on the clock, averaging 4,989 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 AJ55 JWM

MOT Status
Due date passed
83,664
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
4,989

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

Low mileage
Latest reading83,664 miles
Reading date
Miles last year5,599
Average per year4,989
Mileage consistencyVariable
Mileage over time for AJ55 JWM 44k54k64k74k84k '08'16'13

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Full MOT Test History 10 tests on record

PASS
Mileage83,664 miles
Since last MOT+5,599 miles
PASS
Mileage78,065 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage78,065 miles
Since last MOT+4,421 miles
PASS
Mileage73,644 miles
Since last MOT+5,128 miles
PASS
Mileage68,516 miles
Since last MOT+6,169 miles
FAIL
Mileage62,347 miles
Since last MOT+2,311 miles
PASS
Mileage60,036 miles
Since last MOT+3,027 miles
PASS
Mileage57,009 miles
Since last MOT+6,014 miles
PASS
Mileage50,995 miles
Since last MOT+7,451 miles
PASS
Mileage43,544 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

RegistrationAJ55 JWM
MakeVauxhall
ModelAstra
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1598cc
Year2005
First registered
Area codeAJ — Peterborough, Anglia
Age identifier55 — September 2005 to February 2006

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About AJ55 JWM

What car is AJ55 JWM?

AJ55 JWM is an silver Vauxhall Astra, petrol (1598cc). First registered in Peterborough in 2005.

What is the mileage of AJ55 JWM?

The last recorded mileage for AJ55 JWM was 83,664 miles, recorded on 2 Nov 2016 during its most recent MOT test.

Has AJ55 JWM passed its MOT?

AJ55 JWM has had 10 MOT tests with an 80% pass rate (8 passes, 2 failures). It last passed on 2 Nov 2016.

Is AJ55 JWM ULEZ compliant?

Based on its fuel type and registration year, AJ55 JWM 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 AJ55 JWM?

AJ55 JWM is approximately 21 years old. Age identifier 55 means registered between 1 September 2005 and 28 February 2006.