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At a glance
This 2005 Vauxhall Astra Petrol 1796cc has had 17 MOT tests on record, passing 12 and failing 5 (71% pass rate). It has 147,856 miles on the clock, averaging 9,769 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 KJ55 VUY
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Mileage Analysis
Above average| Latest reading | 147,856 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Average per year | 9,769 |
| 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 | KJ55 VUY |
| Make | Vauxhall |
| Model | Astra |
| Colour | Grey |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1796cc |
| Year | 2005 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | KJ — Northampton, Luton and Northampton |
| Age identifier | 55 — September 2005 to February 2006 |
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About KJ55 VUY
What car is KJ55 VUY?
KJ55 VUY is a grey Vauxhall Astra, petrol (1796cc). First registered in Northampton in 2005.
What is the mileage of KJ55 VUY?
The last recorded mileage for KJ55 VUY was 147,856 miles, recorded on 6 Dec 2019 during its most recent MOT test.
Has KJ55 VUY passed its MOT?
KJ55 VUY has had 17 MOT tests with a 71% pass rate (12 passes, 5 failures). It last passed on 6 Dec 2019.
Is KJ55 VUY ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, KJ55 VUY 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 KJ55 VUY?
KJ55 VUY is approximately 21 years old. Age identifier 55 means registered between 1 September 2005 and 28 February 2006.