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At a glance
This 2005 Vauxhall Astra Petrol 1796cc has had 20 MOT tests on record, passing 17 and failing 3 (85% pass rate). It has 86,134 miles on the clock, averaging 3,875 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 RL05 VFJ
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Low mileage| Latest reading | 86,134 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 3,126 |
| Average per year | 3,875 |
| Mileage consistency | Consistent |
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Full MOT Test History 20 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 | RL05 VFJ |
| Make | Vauxhall |
| Model | Astra |
| Colour | Silver |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1796cc |
| Year | 2005 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | RL — Reading, Reading |
| Age identifier | 05 — March 2005 to August 2005 |
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About RL05 VFJ
What car is RL05 VFJ?
RL05 VFJ is an silver Vauxhall Astra, petrol (1796cc). First registered in Reading in 2005.
What is the mileage of RL05 VFJ?
The last recorded mileage for RL05 VFJ was 86,134 miles, recorded on 29 Dec 2025 during its most recent MOT test.
Has RL05 VFJ passed its MOT?
RL05 VFJ has had 20 MOT tests with an 85% pass rate (17 passes, 3 failures). It last passed on 29 Dec 2025.
Is RL05 VFJ ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, RL05 VFJ 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 RL05 VFJ?
RL05 VFJ is approximately 21 years old. Age identifier 05 means registered between 1 March 2005 and 31 August 2005.