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At a glance
This 2005 Vauxhall Astra Petrol 1796cc has had 16 MOT tests on record, passing 14 and failing 2 (88% pass rate). It has 81,291 miles on the clock, averaging 4,751 miles per year, well 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 OAH
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Mileage Analysis
Low mileage| Latest reading | 81,291 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 5,322 |
| Average per year | 4,751 |
| Mileage consistency | Consistent |
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Full MOT Test History 16 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 | OY55 OAH |
| Make | Vauxhall |
| Model | Astra |
| Colour | Silver |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1796cc |
| Year | 2005 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | OY — Oxford, Oxford |
| Age identifier | 55 — September 2005 to February 2006 |
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About OY55 OAH
What car is OY55 OAH?
OY55 OAH is an silver Vauxhall Astra, petrol (1796cc). First registered in Oxford in 2005.
What is the mileage of OY55 OAH?
The last recorded mileage for OY55 OAH was 81,291 miles, recorded on 4 May 2021 during its most recent MOT test.
Has OY55 OAH passed its MOT?
OY55 OAH has had 16 MOT tests with an 88% pass rate (14 passes, 2 failures). It last passed on 4 May 2021.
Is OY55 OAH ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, OY55 OAH 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 OAH?
OY55 OAH is approximately 21 years old. Age identifier 55 means registered between 1 September 2005 and 28 February 2006.