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SL05 JJU

2005 Vauxhall Astra · Petrol · 1598cc

Blue Registered in Edinburgh, Scotland · 21 years old

Vehicle summary

MakeVauxhall
ModelAstra
Year2005
FuelPetrol
Engine1598cc
ColourBlue
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 11 MOT tests on record, passing 8 and failing 3 (73% pass rate). It has 94,281 miles on the clock, averaging 8,886 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 SL05 JJU

MOT Status
Due date passed
94,281
Last Mileage
Recorded
11
Total Tests
Since 2008
73%
Pass Rate
8 passed, 3 failed

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

3

MOT failures recorded

Out of 11 tests on record
8,886

Average miles/year

Around UK average of 7,400
1

Gap in MOT history

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

Mileage Analysis

About average
Latest reading94,281 miles
Reading date
Average per year8,886
Mileage consistencyConsistent
Mileage over time for SL05 JJU 34k49k64k79k94k '08'15'12

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Full MOT Test History 11 tests on record

PASS
Mileage94,281 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage94,281 miles
Since last MOT+3,851 miles
PASS
Mileage90,430 miles
Since last MOT+7,348 miles
PASS
Mileage83,082 miles
Since last MOT+1,910 miles
FAIL
Mileage81,172 miles
Since last MOT+9,798 miles
PASS
Mileage71,374 miles
Since last MOT+6,630 miles
PASS
Mileage64,744 miles
Since last MOT+5,481 miles
PASS
Mileage59,263 miles
Since last MOT+11,930 miles
PASS
Mileage47,333 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage47,333 miles
Since last MOT+13,244 miles
PASS
Mileage34,089 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

RegistrationSL05 JJU
MakeVauxhall
ModelAstra
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1598cc
Year2005
First registered
Area codeSL — Edinburgh, Scotland
Age identifier05 — March 2005 to August 2005

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About SL05 JJU

What car is SL05 JJU?

SL05 JJU is an blue Vauxhall Astra, petrol (1598cc). First registered in Edinburgh in 2005.

What is the mileage of SL05 JJU?

The last recorded mileage for SL05 JJU was 94,281 miles, recorded on 9 Jan 2015 during its most recent MOT test.

Has SL05 JJU passed its MOT?

SL05 JJU has had 11 MOT tests with a 73% pass rate (8 passes, 3 failures). It last passed on 9 Jan 2015.

Is SL05 JJU ULEZ compliant?

Based on its fuel type and registration year, SL05 JJU 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 SL05 JJU?

SL05 JJU is approximately 21 years old. Age identifier 05 means registered between 1 March 2005 and 31 August 2005.