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At a glance
This 2005 Vauxhall Astra Petrol 1598cc has had 15 MOT tests on record, passing 11 and failing 4 (73% pass rate). It has 93,178 miles on the clock, averaging 8,066 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 NJ55 TLZ
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Mileage Analysis
About average| Latest reading | 93,178 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 17,410 |
| Average per year | 8,066 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 15 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 | NJ55 TLZ |
| Make | Vauxhall |
| Model | Astra |
| Colour | Silver |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1598cc |
| Year | 2005 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | NJ — Newcastle, North |
| Age identifier | 55 — September 2005 to February 2006 |
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About NJ55 TLZ
What car is NJ55 TLZ?
NJ55 TLZ is an silver Vauxhall Astra, petrol (1598cc). First registered in Newcastle in 2005.
What is the mileage of NJ55 TLZ?
The last recorded mileage for NJ55 TLZ was 93,178 miles, recorded on 6 Mar 2019 during its most recent MOT test.
Has NJ55 TLZ passed its MOT?
NJ55 TLZ has had 15 MOT tests with a 73% pass rate (11 passes, 4 failures). It last was tested on 6 Mar 2019.
Is NJ55 TLZ ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, NJ55 TLZ 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 NJ55 TLZ?
NJ55 TLZ is approximately 21 years old. Age identifier 55 means registered between 1 September 2005 and 28 February 2006.