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EN55 OJX

2006 Vauxhall Astra · Petrol · 1598cc

Black Registered in Chelmsford, Essex · 20 years old

Vehicle summary

MakeVauxhall
ModelAstra
Year2006
FuelPetrol
Engine1598cc
ColourBlack
ULEZ (est.)Likely CompliantPetrol post-2005 (Euro 4)
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 2006 Vauxhall Astra Petrol 1598cc has had 24 MOT tests on record, passing 16 and failing 8 (67% pass rate). It has 162,774 miles on the clock, averaging 8,493 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 EN55 OJX

MOT Status
Due date passed
162,774
Last Mileage
Recorded
24
Total Tests
Since 2009
67%
Pass Rate
16 passed, 8 failed

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

8

MOT failures recorded

Out of 24 tests on record
8,493

Average miles/year

Around UK average of 7,400
2

Gaps in MOT history

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

Mileage Analysis

About average
Latest reading162,774 miles
Reading date
Miles last year34
Average per year8,493
Mileage consistencyVariable
Mileage over time for EN55 OJX 38k69k100k131k163k '09'23'17

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Full MOT Test History 24 tests on record

PASS
Mileage162,774 miles
Since last MOT+34 miles
FAIL
Mileage162,740 miles
Since last MOT+3,361 miles
PASS
Mileage159,379 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage159,379 miles
Since last MOT+3,712 miles
PASS
Mileage155,667 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage155,667 miles
Since last MOT+5,286 miles
PASS
Mileage150,381 miles
Since last MOT+67 miles
FAIL
Mileage150,314 miles
Since last MOT+5,331 miles
PASS
Mileage144,983 miles
Since last MOT+42 miles
FAIL
Mileage144,941 miles
Since last MOT+5,625 miles
PASS
Mileage139,316 miles
Since last MOT+7,453 miles
PASS
Mileage131,863 miles
Since last MOT+6,236 miles
PASS
Mileage125,627 miles
Since last MOT+19 miles
FAIL
Mileage125,608 miles
Since last MOT+7,017 miles
PASS
Mileage118,591 miles
Since last MOT+6 miles
FAIL
Mileage118,585 miles
Since last MOT+6,027 miles
PASS
Mileage112,558 miles
Since last MOT+1 miles
FAIL
Mileage112,557 miles
Since last MOT+12,246 miles
PASS
Mileage100,311 miles
Since last MOT+13,376 miles
PASS
Mileage86,935 miles
Since last MOT+13,170 miles
PASS
Mileage73,765 miles
Since last MOT+13,526 miles
PASS
Mileage60,239 miles
Since last MOT+6,613 miles
PASS
Mileage53,626 miles
Since last MOT+16,044 miles
PASS
Mileage37,582 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

RegistrationEN55 OJX
MakeVauxhall
ModelAstra
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1598cc
Year2006
First registered
Area codeEN — Chelmsford, Essex
Age identifier55 — September 2005 to February 2006

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About EN55 OJX

What car is EN55 OJX?

EN55 OJX is an black Vauxhall Astra, petrol (1598cc). First registered in Chelmsford in 2006.

What is the mileage of EN55 OJX?

The last recorded mileage for EN55 OJX was 162,774 miles, recorded on 20 Oct 2023 during its most recent MOT test.

Has EN55 OJX passed its MOT?

EN55 OJX has had 24 MOT tests with a 67% pass rate (16 passes, 8 failures). It last passed on 20 Oct 2023.

Is EN55 OJX ULEZ compliant?

Based on its fuel type and registration year, EN55 OJX 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 EN55 OJX?

EN55 OJX is approximately 20 years old. Age identifier 55 means registered between 1 September 2005 and 28 February 2006.