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FY55 JGU

2005 Vauxhall Astra · Petrol · 1598cc

Blue Registered in Lincoln, Forest and Fens · 21 years old

Vehicle summary

MakeVauxhall
ModelAstra
Year2005
FuelPetrol
Engine1598cc
ColourBlue
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 26 MOT tests on record, passing 15 and failing 11 (58% pass rate). It has 119,325 miles on the clock, averaging 7,258 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 FY55 JGU

MOT Status
Due date passed
119,325
Last Mileage
Recorded
26
Total Tests
Since 2008
58%
Pass Rate
15 passed, 11 failed

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

11

MOT failures recorded

Out of 26 tests on record
7,258

Average miles/year

Below UK average of 7,400
3

Gaps in MOT history

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

Mileage Analysis

Below average
Latest reading119,325 miles
Reading date
Average per year7,258
Mileage consistencyVariable
Mileage over time for FY55 JGU 28630k60k90k119k '08'24'19

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Full MOT Test History 26 tests on record

PASS
Mileage119,325 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage119,325 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage119,325 miles
Since last MOT+3,200 miles
PASS
Mileage116,125 miles
Since last MOT+144 miles
FAIL
Mileage115,981 miles
Since last MOT+7,735 miles
PASS
Mileage108,246 miles
Since last MOT+39 miles
FAIL
Mileage108,207 miles
Since last MOT+5,359 miles
PASS
Mileage102,848 miles
Since last MOT+45 miles
FAIL
Mileage102,803 miles
Since last MOT+4,037 miles
PASS
Mileage98,766 miles
Since last MOT+35 miles
FAIL
Mileage98,731 miles
Since last MOT+5,903 miles
PASS
Mileage92,828 miles
Since last MOT+36 miles
FAIL
Mileage92,792 miles
Since last MOT+4,897 miles
PASS
Mileage87,895 miles
Since last MOT+4,901 miles
PASS
Mileage82,994 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage82,994 miles
Since last MOT+4,054 miles
PASS
Mileage78,940 miles
Since last MOT+8,080 miles
PASS
Mileage70,860 miles
Since last MOT+12,759 miles
PASS
Mileage58,101 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage58,101 miles
Since last MOT+5,005 miles
FAIL
Mileage53,096 miles
Since last MOT+7,941 miles
PASS
Mileage45,155 miles
Since last MOT+13,253 miles
FAIL
Mileage31,902 miles
Since last MOT+13,120 miles
PASS
Mileage18,782 miles
Since last MOT+12,053 miles
PASS
Mileage6,729 miles
Since last MOT+6,443 miles
PASS
Mileage286 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

RegistrationFY55 JGU
MakeVauxhall
ModelAstra
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1598cc
Year2005
First registered
Area codeFY — Lincoln, Forest and Fens
Age identifier55 — September 2005 to February 2006

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About FY55 JGU

What car is FY55 JGU?

FY55 JGU is an blue Vauxhall Astra, petrol (1598cc). First registered in Lincoln in 2005.

What is the mileage of FY55 JGU?

The last recorded mileage for FY55 JGU was 119,325 miles, recorded on 12 Dec 2024 during its most recent MOT test.

Has FY55 JGU passed its MOT?

FY55 JGU has had 26 MOT tests with a 58% pass rate (15 passes, 11 failures). It last passed on 12 Dec 2024.

Is FY55 JGU ULEZ compliant?

Based on its fuel type and registration year, FY55 JGU 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 FY55 JGU?

FY55 JGU is approximately 21 years old. Age identifier 55 means registered between 1 September 2005 and 28 February 2006.