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At a glance
This 2008 Vauxhall Astra Petrol 1796cc has had 10 MOT tests on record, passing 9 and failing once (90% pass rate). It has 115,131 miles on the clock, averaging 9,197 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 CA57 OAJ
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Mileage Analysis
Above average| Latest reading | 115,131 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 14,350 |
| Average per year | 9,197 |
| Mileage consistency | Consistent |
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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 | CA57 OAJ |
| Make | Vauxhall |
| Model | Astra |
| Colour | Black |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1796cc |
| Year | 2008 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | CA — Cardiff, Cymru (Wales) |
| Age identifier | 57 — September 2007 to February 2008 |
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About CA57 OAJ
What car is CA57 OAJ?
CA57 OAJ is a black Vauxhall Astra, petrol (1796cc). First registered in Cardiff in 2008.
What is the mileage of CA57 OAJ?
The last recorded mileage for CA57 OAJ was 115,131 miles, recorded on 15 Apr 2019 during its most recent MOT test.
Has CA57 OAJ passed its MOT?
CA57 OAJ has had 10 MOT tests with an 90% pass rate (9 passes, 1 failure). It last passed on 15 Apr 2019.
Is CA57 OAJ ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, CA57 OAJ is likely ULEZ compliant. Petrol post-2005 (Euro 4). This is an estimate based on typical emission standards — confirm with TfL's ULEZ checker for a definitive answer.
How old is CA57 OAJ?
CA57 OAJ is approximately 18 years old. Age identifier 57 means registered between 1 September 2007 and 28 February 2008.