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At a glance
This 2005 Vauxhall Astra Diesel 1910cc has had 9 MOT tests on record, passing 6 and failing 3 (67% pass rate). It has 86,563 miles on the clock, averaging 8,876 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 AJ55 RHZ
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Mileage Analysis
About average| Latest reading | 86,563 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 9,408 |
| Average per year | 8,876 |
| Mileage consistency | Consistent |
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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 | AJ55 RHZ |
| Make | Vauxhall |
| Model | Astra |
| Colour | Grey |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1910cc |
| Year | 2005 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | AJ — Peterborough, Anglia |
| Age identifier | 55 — September 2005 to February 2006 |
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About AJ55 RHZ
What car is AJ55 RHZ?
AJ55 RHZ is an grey Vauxhall Astra, diesel (1910cc). First registered in Peterborough in 2005.
What is the mileage of AJ55 RHZ?
The last recorded mileage for AJ55 RHZ was 86,563 miles, recorded on 9 Apr 2016 during its most recent MOT test.
Has AJ55 RHZ passed its MOT?
AJ55 RHZ has had 9 MOT tests with a 67% pass rate (6 passes, 3 failures). It last passed on 9 Apr 2016.
Is AJ55 RHZ ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, AJ55 RHZ is likely not ULEZ compliant. As a diesel vehicle registered in 2005, it typically does not meet the Euro 6 emission standard required. This is an estimate — confirm with TfL's ULEZ checker.
How old is AJ55 RHZ?
AJ55 RHZ is approximately 21 years old. Age identifier 55 means registered between 1 September 2005 and 28 February 2006.