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At a glance
This 2005 Vauxhall Astra Petrol 1248cc has had 15 MOT tests on record, passing 10 and failing 5 (67% pass rate). It has 175,552 miles on the clock, averaging 10,777 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 PJ55 KYF
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Mileage Analysis
Above average| Latest reading | 175,552 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Average per year | 10,777 |
| 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 | PJ55 KYF |
| Make | Vauxhall |
| Model | Astra |
| Colour | Grey |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1248cc |
| Year | 2005 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | PJ — Preston, Preston |
| Age identifier | 55 — September 2005 to February 2006 |
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About PJ55 KYF
What car is PJ55 KYF?
PJ55 KYF is a grey Vauxhall Astra, petrol (1248cc). First registered in Preston in 2005.
What is the mileage of PJ55 KYF?
The last recorded mileage for PJ55 KYF was 175,552 miles, recorded on 25 May 2017 during its most recent MOT test.
Has PJ55 KYF passed its MOT?
PJ55 KYF has had 15 MOT tests with a 67% pass rate (10 passes, 5 failures). It last passed on 25 May 2017.
Is PJ55 KYF ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, PJ55 KYF 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 PJ55 KYF?
PJ55 KYF is approximately 21 years old. Age identifier 55 means registered between 1 September 2005 and 28 February 2006.