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AV55 JJO

2005 Vauxhall Astra · Diesel · 1686cc

Silver Registered in Ipswich, Anglia · 21 years old

Vehicle summary

MakeVauxhall
ModelAstra
Year2005
FuelDiesel
Engine1686cc
ColourSilver
ULEZ (est.)Likely Non-compliantDiesel pre-2015
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 Diesel 1686cc has had 11 MOT tests on record, passing 6 and failing 5 (55% pass rate). It has 184,858 miles on the clock, averaging 19,422 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 AV55 JJO

MOT Status
Due date passed
184,858
Last Mileage
Recorded
11
Total Tests
Since 2008
55%
Pass Rate
6 passed, 5 failed

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

5

MOT failures recorded

Out of 11 tests on record
19,422

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 reading184,858 miles
Reading date
Average per year19,422
Mileage consistencyConsistent
Mileage over time for AV55 JJO 68k97k126k156k185k '08'14'11

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Full MOT Test History 11 tests on record

PASS
Mileage184,858 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage184,858 miles
Since last MOT+16,853 miles
PASS
Mileage168,005 miles
Since last MOT+19,535 miles
PASS
Mileage148,470 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage148,470 miles
Since last MOT+20,463 miles
PASS
Mileage128,007 miles
Since last MOT+102 miles
FAIL
Mileage127,905 miles
Since last MOT+19,533 miles
PASS
Mileage108,372 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage108,372 miles
Since last MOT+18,380 miles
FAIL
Mileage89,992 miles
Since last MOT+22,064 miles
PASS
Mileage67,928 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

RegistrationAV55 JJO
MakeVauxhall
ModelAstra
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1686cc
Year2005
First registered
Area codeAV — Ipswich, Anglia
Age identifier55 — September 2005 to February 2006

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About AV55 JJO

What car is AV55 JJO?

AV55 JJO is an silver Vauxhall Astra, diesel (1686cc). First registered in Ipswich in 2005.

What is the mileage of AV55 JJO?

The last recorded mileage for AV55 JJO was 184,858 miles, recorded on 14 Oct 2014 during its most recent MOT test.

Has AV55 JJO passed its MOT?

AV55 JJO has had 11 MOT tests with a 55% pass rate (6 passes, 5 failures). It last passed on 14 Oct 2014.

Is AV55 JJO ULEZ compliant?

Based on its fuel type and registration year, AV55 JJO 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 AV55 JJO?

AV55 JJO is approximately 21 years old. Age identifier 55 means registered between 1 September 2005 and 28 February 2006.