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EO55 LJN

2005 Vauxhall Astra · Petrol · 1598cc

Red Registered in Chelmsford, Essex · 21 years old

Vehicle summary

MakeVauxhall
ModelAstra
Year2005
FuelPetrol
Engine1598cc
ColourRed
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 17 MOT tests on record, passing 13 and failing 4 (76% pass rate). It has 119,275 miles on the clock, averaging 8,212 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 EO55 LJN

MOT Status
Due date passed
119,275
Last Mileage
Recorded
17
Total Tests
Since 2008
76%
Pass Rate
13 passed, 4 failed

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

4

MOT failures recorded

Out of 17 tests on record
8,212

Average miles/year

Around UK average of 7,400
1

Gap in MOT history

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

Mileage Analysis

About average
Latest reading119,275 miles
Reading date
Miles last year5,681
Average per year8,212
Mileage consistencyConsistent
Mileage over time for EO55 LJN 22k46k71k95k119k '08'20'13

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Full MOT Test History 17 tests on record

PASS
Mileage119,275 miles
Since last MOT+5,681 miles
PASS
Mileage113,594 miles
Since last MOT+7,859 miles
PASS
Mileage105,735 miles
Since last MOT+9,203 miles
PASS
Mileage96,532 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage96,532 miles
Since last MOT+7,502 miles
PASS
Mileage89,030 miles
Since last MOT+6,459 miles
PASS
Mileage82,571 miles
Since last MOT+4,830 miles
PASS
Mileage77,741 miles
Since last MOT+7,853 miles
PASS
Mileage69,888 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage69,888 miles
Since last MOT+11,811 miles
PASS
Mileage58,077 miles
Since last MOT+89 miles
FAIL
Mileage57,988 miles
Since last MOT+8,820 miles
PASS
Mileage49,168 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage49,168 miles
Since last MOT+7,559 miles
PASS
Mileage41,609 miles
Since last MOT+9,327 miles
PASS
Mileage32,282 miles
Since last MOT+10,162 miles
PASS
Mileage22,120 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

RegistrationEO55 LJN
MakeVauxhall
ModelAstra
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1598cc
Year2005
First registered
Area codeEO — Chelmsford, Essex
Age identifier55 — September 2005 to February 2006

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About EO55 LJN

What car is EO55 LJN?

EO55 LJN is an red Vauxhall Astra, petrol (1598cc). First registered in Chelmsford in 2005.

What is the mileage of EO55 LJN?

The last recorded mileage for EO55 LJN was 119,275 miles, recorded on 16 Jul 2020 during its most recent MOT test.

Has EO55 LJN passed its MOT?

EO55 LJN has had 17 MOT tests with a 76% pass rate (13 passes, 4 failures). It last passed on 16 Jul 2020.

Is EO55 LJN ULEZ compliant?

Based on its fuel type and registration year, EO55 LJN 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 EO55 LJN?

EO55 LJN is approximately 21 years old. Age identifier 55 means registered between 1 September 2005 and 28 February 2006.