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SB55 JJF

2005 Vauxhall Astra · Diesel · 1248cc

Silver Registered in Glasgow, Scotland · 21 years old

Vehicle summary

MakeVauxhall
ModelAstra
Year2005
FuelDiesel
Engine1248cc
ColourSilver
ULEZ (est.)Likely Non-compliantDiesel pre-2015
Est. Annual Tax£130–£165

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 Diesel 1248cc has had 13 MOT tests on record, passing 8 and failing 5 (62% pass rate). It has 96,498 miles on the clock, averaging 8,138 miles per year, around the UK average of 7,400. Common Vauxhall Astra issues include central locking door mechanism and passenger compartment wiring connectors.

MOT & Mileage History for SB55 JJF

MOT Status
Due date passed
96,498
Last Mileage
Recorded
13
Total Tests
Since 2008
62%
Pass Rate
8 passed, 5 failed

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

5

MOT failures recorded

Out of 13 tests on record
8,138

Average miles/year

Around UK average of 7,400
2

Gaps in MOT history

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

Mileage Analysis

About average
Latest reading96,498 miles
Reading date
Miles last year6
Average per year8,138
Mileage consistencyConsistent
Mileage over time for SB55 JJF 37k52k67k82k96k '08'16'13

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Full MOT Test History 13 tests on record

PASS
Mileage96,498 miles
Since last MOT+6 miles
FAIL
Mileage96,492 miles
Since last MOT+7,861 miles
PASS
Mileage88,631 miles
Since last MOT+6,958 miles
PASS
Mileage81,673 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage81,673 miles
Since last MOT+9,929 miles
PASS
Mileage71,744 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage71,744 miles
Since last MOT+8,580 miles
PASS
Mileage63,164 miles
PASS
FAIL
Mileage54,457 miles
Since last MOT+8,459 miles
PASS
Mileage45,998 miles
Since last MOT+8 miles
FAIL
Mileage45,990 miles
Since last MOT+9,318 miles
PASS
Mileage36,672 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

RegistrationSB55 JJF
MakeVauxhall
ModelAstra
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1248cc
Year2005
First registered
Area codeSB — Glasgow, Scotland
Age identifier55 — September 2005 to February 2006

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About SB55 JJF

What car is SB55 JJF?

SB55 JJF is an silver Vauxhall Astra, diesel (1248cc). First registered in Glasgow in 2005.

What is the mileage of SB55 JJF?

The last recorded mileage for SB55 JJF was 96,498 miles, recorded on 27 Apr 2016 during its most recent MOT test.

Has SB55 JJF passed its MOT?

SB55 JJF has had 13 MOT tests with a 62% pass rate (8 passes, 5 failures). It last passed on 27 Apr 2016.

Is SB55 JJF ULEZ compliant?

Based on its fuel type and registration year, SB55 JJF is likely not ULEZ compliant. As a diesel vehicle registered in 2005, it typically does not meet the Euro 6 emission standard required. This is an estimate — confirm with TfL's ULEZ checker.

How old is SB55 JJF?

SB55 JJF is approximately 21 years old. Age identifier 55 means registered between 1 September 2005 and 28 February 2006.