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RJ55 OHP

2005 Vauxhall Astra · Petrol · 1598cc

Black Registered in Reading, Reading · 21 years old

Vehicle summary

MakeVauxhall
ModelAstra
Year2005
FuelPetrol
Engine1598cc
ColourBlack
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 20 MOT tests on record, passing 15 and failing 5 (75% pass rate). It has 63,632 miles on the clock, averaging 3,942 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 RJ55 OHP

MOT Status
Due date passed
63,632
Last Mileage
Recorded
20
Total Tests
Since 2008
75%
Pass Rate
15 passed, 5 failed

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

5

MOT failures recorded

Out of 20 tests on record
3,942

Average miles/year

Below UK average of 7,400
2

Gaps in MOT history

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

Mileage Analysis

Low mileage
Latest reading63,632 miles
Reading date
Miles last year6,893
Average per year3,942
Mileage consistencyVariable
Mileage over time for RJ55 OHP 8k22k36k50k64k '08'22'16

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Full MOT Test History 20 tests on record

PASS
Mileage63,632 miles
Since last MOT+6,893 miles
PASS
Mileage56,739 miles
Since last MOT+1 miles
FAIL
Mileage56,738 miles
Since last MOT+5,732 miles
PASS
Mileage51,006 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage51,006 miles
Since last MOT+4,149 miles
PASS
Mileage46,857 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage46,857 miles
Since last MOT+2,693 miles
PASS
Mileage44,164 miles
Since last MOT+1,616 miles
PASS
Mileage42,548 miles
Since last MOT+2,850 miles
PASS
Mileage39,698 miles
Since last MOT+4,662 miles
PASS
Mileage35,036 miles
Since last MOT+2,987 miles
PASS
Mileage32,049 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage32,049 miles
Since last MOT+2,855 miles
PASS
Mileage29,194 miles
Since last MOT+2,916 miles
PASS
Mileage26,278 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage26,278 miles
Since last MOT+3,826 miles
PASS
Mileage22,452 miles
Since last MOT+2,886 miles
PASS
Mileage19,566 miles
Since last MOT+6,327 miles
PASS
Mileage13,239 miles
Since last MOT+4,891 miles
PASS
Mileage8,348 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

RegistrationRJ55 OHP
MakeVauxhall
ModelAstra
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1598cc
Year2005
First registered
Area codeRJ — Reading, Reading
Age identifier55 — September 2005 to February 2006

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About RJ55 OHP

What car is RJ55 OHP?

RJ55 OHP is an black Vauxhall Astra, petrol (1598cc). First registered in Reading in 2005.

What is the mileage of RJ55 OHP?

The last recorded mileage for RJ55 OHP was 63,632 miles, recorded on 30 Aug 2022 during its most recent MOT test.

Has RJ55 OHP passed its MOT?

RJ55 OHP has had 20 MOT tests with a 75% pass rate (15 passes, 5 failures). It last passed on 30 Aug 2022.

Is RJ55 OHP ULEZ compliant?

Based on its fuel type and registration year, RJ55 OHP 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 RJ55 OHP?

RJ55 OHP is approximately 21 years old. Age identifier 55 means registered between 1 September 2005 and 28 February 2006.