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At a glance
This 2005 Vauxhall Astra Petrol 1796cc has had 25 MOT tests on record, passing 14 and failing 11 (56% pass rate). It has 184,664 miles on the clock, averaging 8,044 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 BL55 RKA
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Mileage Analysis
About average| Latest reading | 184,664 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 7,535 |
| Average per year | 8,044 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 25 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 | BL55 RKA |
| Make | Vauxhall |
| Model | Astra |
| Colour | Grey |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1796cc |
| Year | 2005 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | BL — Birmingham, Birmingham |
| Age identifier | 55 — September 2005 to February 2006 |
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About BL55 RKA
What car is BL55 RKA?
BL55 RKA is a grey Vauxhall Astra, petrol (1796cc). First registered in Birmingham in 2005.
What is the mileage of BL55 RKA?
The last recorded mileage for BL55 RKA was 184,664 miles, recorded on 22 Feb 2024 during its most recent MOT test.
Has BL55 RKA passed its MOT?
BL55 RKA has had 25 MOT tests with a 56% pass rate (14 passes, 11 failures). It last was tested on 22 Feb 2024.
Is BL55 RKA ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, BL55 RKA 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 BL55 RKA?
BL55 RKA is approximately 21 years old. Age identifier 55 means registered between 1 September 2005 and 28 February 2006.