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At a glance
This 2005 Vauxhall Astra Diesel 1686cc has had 17 MOT tests on record, passing 11 and failing 6 (65% pass rate). It has 131,531 miles on the clock, averaging 10,062 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 FJ55 OAV
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Mileage Analysis
Above average| Latest reading | 131,531 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 94 |
| Average per year | 10,062 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 17 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 | FJ55 OAV |
| Make | Vauxhall |
| Model | Astra |
| Colour | Blue |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1686cc |
| Year | 2005 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | FJ — Nottingham, Forest and Fens |
| Age identifier | 55 — September 2005 to February 2006 |
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About FJ55 OAV
What car is FJ55 OAV?
FJ55 OAV is an blue Vauxhall Astra, diesel (1686cc). First registered in Nottingham in 2005.
What is the mileage of FJ55 OAV?
The last recorded mileage for FJ55 OAV was 131,531 miles, recorded on 30 Oct 2017 during its most recent MOT test.
Has FJ55 OAV passed its MOT?
FJ55 OAV has had 17 MOT tests with a 65% pass rate (11 passes, 6 failures). It last passed on 30 Oct 2017.
Is FJ55 OAV ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, FJ55 OAV is likely not ULEZ compliant. As a diesel vehicle registered in 2005, it typically does not meet the Euro 6 emission standard required. This is an estimate — confirm with TfL's ULEZ checker.
How old is FJ55 OAV?
FJ55 OAV is approximately 21 years old. Age identifier 55 means registered between 1 September 2005 and 28 February 2006.