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OY55 LML

2005 Vauxhall Astra · Petrol · 1598cc

Silver Registered in Oxford, Oxford · 21 years old

Vehicle summary

MakeVauxhall
ModelAstra
Year2005
FuelPetrol
Engine1598cc
ColourSilver
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 25 MOT tests on record, passing 17 and failing 8 (68% pass rate). It has 109,937 miles on the clock, averaging 5,296 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 OY55 LML

Valid
MOT Status
Expires
109,937
Last Mileage
Recorded
25
Total Tests
Since 2008
68%
Pass Rate
17 passed, 8 failed

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

8

MOT failures recorded

Out of 25 tests on record
5,296

Average miles/year

Below UK average of 7,400
4

Gaps in MOT history

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

Mileage Analysis

Below average
Latest reading109,937 miles
Reading date
Average per year5,296
Mileage consistencyVariable
Mileage over time for OY55 LML 19k42k64k87k110k '08'26'20

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Full MOT Test History 25 tests on record

PASS
Mileage109,937 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage109,937 miles
Since last MOT+4,954 miles
PASS
Mileage104,983 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage104,983 miles
Since last MOT+4,038 miles
PASS
Mileage100,945 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage100,945 miles
Since last MOT+4,238 miles
PASS
Mileage96,707 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage96,707 miles
Since last MOT+3,349 miles
PASS
Mileage93,358 miles
Since last MOT+26 miles
FAIL
Mileage93,332 miles
Since last MOT+3,258 miles
PASS
Mileage90,074 miles
Since last MOT+4 miles
FAIL
Mileage90,070 miles
Since last MOT+7,938 miles
PASS
Mileage82,132 miles
Since last MOT+6,486 miles
PASS
Mileage75,646 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage75,646 miles
Since last MOT+7,512 miles
PASS
Mileage68,134 miles
Since last MOT+1 miles
FAIL
Mileage68,133 miles
Since last MOT+9,940 miles
PASS
Mileage58,193 miles
PASS
PASS
Mileage43,182 miles
Since last MOT+18,007 miles
PASS
Mileage25,175 miles
Since last MOT+1,332 miles
PASS
Mileage23,843 miles
Since last MOT+637 miles
PASS
Mileage23,206 miles
Since last MOT+481 miles
PASS
Mileage22,725 miles
Since last MOT+4,033 miles
PASS
Mileage18,692 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

RegistrationOY55 LML
MakeVauxhall
ModelAstra
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1598cc
Year2005
First registered
Area codeOY — Oxford, Oxford
Age identifier55 — September 2005 to February 2006

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About OY55 LML

What car is OY55 LML?

OY55 LML is an silver Vauxhall Astra, petrol (1598cc). First registered in Oxford in 2005.

What is the mileage of OY55 LML?

The last recorded mileage for OY55 LML was 109,937 miles, recorded on 22 Jan 2026 during its most recent MOT test.

Has OY55 LML passed its MOT?

OY55 LML has had 25 MOT tests with a 68% pass rate (17 passes, 8 failures). It last passed on 22 Jan 2026.

Is OY55 LML ULEZ compliant?

Based on its fuel type and registration year, OY55 LML 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 OY55 LML?

OY55 LML is approximately 21 years old. Age identifier 55 means registered between 1 September 2005 and 28 February 2006.