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At a glance
This 2005 Vauxhall Astra Petrol 1598cc has had 12 MOT tests on record, passing 9 and failing 3 (75% pass rate). It has 134,203 miles on the clock, averaging 11,273 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 BJ55 RKN
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Mileage Analysis
Above average| Latest reading | 134,203 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 5,015 |
| Average per year | 11,273 |
| Mileage consistency | Consistent |
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Full MOT Test History 12 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 | BJ55 RKN |
| Make | Vauxhall |
| Model | Astra |
| Colour | Black |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1598cc |
| Year | 2005 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | BJ — Birmingham, Birmingham |
| Age identifier | 55 — September 2005 to February 2006 |
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About BJ55 RKN
What car is BJ55 RKN?
BJ55 RKN is a black Vauxhall Astra, petrol (1598cc). First registered in Birmingham in 2005.
What is the mileage of BJ55 RKN?
The last recorded mileage for BJ55 RKN was 134,203 miles, recorded on 2 Nov 2017 during its most recent MOT test.
Has BJ55 RKN passed its MOT?
BJ55 RKN has had 12 MOT tests with a 75% pass rate (9 passes, 3 failures). It last was tested on 2 Nov 2017.
Is BJ55 RKN ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, BJ55 RKN 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 BJ55 RKN?
BJ55 RKN is approximately 21 years old. Age identifier 55 means registered between 1 September 2005 and 28 February 2006.