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At a glance
This 2006 Vauxhall Astra Petrol 1598cc has had 16 MOT tests on record, passing 11 and failing 5 (69% pass rate). It has 81,881 miles on the clock, averaging 3,230 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 RC55 TJC
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Mileage Analysis
Low mileage| Latest reading | 81,881 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 4,897 |
| Average per year | 3,230 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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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 | RC55 TJC |
| Make | Vauxhall |
| Model | Astra |
| Colour | Blue |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1598cc |
| Year | 2006 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | RC — Reading, Reading |
| Age identifier | 55 — September 2005 to February 2006 |
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About RC55 TJC
What car is RC55 TJC?
RC55 TJC is an blue Vauxhall Astra, petrol (1598cc). First registered in Reading in 2006.
What is the mileage of RC55 TJC?
The last recorded mileage for RC55 TJC was 81,881 miles, recorded on 1 Oct 2020 during its most recent MOT test.
Has RC55 TJC passed its MOT?
RC55 TJC has had 16 MOT tests with a 69% pass rate (11 passes, 5 failures). It last passed on 1 Oct 2020.
Is RC55 TJC ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, RC55 TJC is likely ULEZ compliant. Petrol post-2005 (Euro 4). This is an estimate based on typical emission standards — confirm with TfL's ULEZ checker for a definitive answer.
How old is RC55 TJC?
RC55 TJC is approximately 20 years old. Age identifier 55 means registered between 1 September 2005 and 28 February 2006.