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DA05 JZJ

2005 Vauxhall Astra · Petrol · 1598cc

Black Registered in Chester, Deeside to Shrewsbury · 21 years old

Vehicle summary

MakeVauxhall
ModelAstra
Year2005
FuelPetrol
Engine1598cc
ColourBlack
ULEZ (est.)Likely Non-compliantPetrol pre-2006
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 Petrol 1598cc has had 12 MOT tests on record, passing 9 and failing 3 (75% pass rate). It has 93,395 miles on the clock, averaging 6,549 miles per year, below the UK average of 7,400. Common Vauxhall Astra issues include central locking door mechanism and passenger compartment wiring connectors.

MOT & Mileage History for DA05 JZJ

MOT Status
Due date passed
93,395
Last Mileage
Recorded
12
Total Tests
Since 2008
75%
Pass Rate
9 passed, 3 failed

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

3

MOT failures recorded

Out of 12 tests on record
6,549

Average miles/year

Below UK average of 7,400
1

Gap in MOT history

Periods with no valid MOT — may have been SORN or untaxed

Mileage Analysis

Below average
Latest reading93,395 miles
Reading date
Miles last year18,957
Average per year6,549
Mileage consistencyVariable
Mileage over time for DA05 JZJ 32k47k63k78k93k '08'17'13

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Full MOT Test History 12 tests on record

FAIL
Mileage93,395 miles
Since last MOT+18,957 miles
PASS
Mileage74,438 miles
Since last MOT+5,866 miles
PASS
Mileage68,572 miles
Since last MOT+1 miles
FAIL
Mileage68,571 miles
Since last MOT+4,975 miles
PASS
Mileage63,596 miles
Since last MOT+5,681 miles
PASS
Mileage57,915 miles
Since last MOT+5,868 miles
PASS
Mileage52,047 miles
Since last MOT+5,446 miles
PASS
Mileage46,601 miles
Since last MOT+7,218 miles
PASS
Mileage39,383 miles
Since last MOT+4,157 miles
PASS
Mileage35,226 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage35,226 miles
Since last MOT+3,451 miles
PASS
Mileage31,775 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

RegistrationDA05 JZJ
MakeVauxhall
ModelAstra
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1598cc
Year2005
First registered
Area codeDA — Chester, Deeside to Shrewsbury
Age identifier05 — March 2005 to August 2005

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About DA05 JZJ

What car is DA05 JZJ?

DA05 JZJ is a black Vauxhall Astra, petrol (1598cc). First registered in Chester in 2005.

What is the mileage of DA05 JZJ?

The last recorded mileage for DA05 JZJ was 93,395 miles, recorded on 17 Oct 2017 during its most recent MOT test.

Has DA05 JZJ passed its MOT?

DA05 JZJ has had 12 MOT tests with a 75% pass rate (9 passes, 3 failures). It last was tested on 17 Oct 2017.

Is DA05 JZJ ULEZ compliant?

Based on its fuel type and registration year, DA05 JZJ 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 DA05 JZJ?

DA05 JZJ is approximately 21 years old. Age identifier 05 means registered between 1 March 2005 and 31 August 2005.