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WF55 PYJ

2005 Vauxhall Astra · Petrol · 1598cc

Blue Registered in Exeter, West of England · 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 22 MOT tests on record, passing 17 and failing 5 (77% pass rate). It has 99,154 miles on the clock, averaging 4,717 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 WF55 PYJ

MOT Status
Due date passed
99,154
Last Mileage
Recorded
22
Total Tests
Since 2008
77%
Pass Rate
17 passed, 5 failed

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

5

MOT failures recorded

Out of 22 tests on record
4,717

Average miles/year

Below UK average of 7,400
1

Gap in MOT history

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

Mileage Analysis

Low mileage
Latest reading99,154 miles
Reading date
Miles last year12,516
Average per year4,717
Mileage consistencyVariable
Mileage over time for WF55 PYJ 23k42k61k80k99k '08'24'17

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Full MOT Test History 22 tests on record

PASS
Mileage99,154 miles
Since last MOT+12,516 miles
PASS
Mileage86,638 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage86,638 miles
Since last MOT+3,727 miles
PASS
Mileage82,911 miles
Since last MOT+3,534 miles
PASS
Mileage79,377 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage79,377 miles
Since last MOT+2,947 miles
PASS
Mileage76,430 miles
Since last MOT+2 miles
FAIL
Mileage76,428 miles
Since last MOT+2,270 miles
PASS
Mileage74,158 miles
Since last MOT+3,071 miles
PASS
Mileage71,087 miles
Since last MOT+3,346 miles
PASS
Mileage67,741 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage67,741 miles
Since last MOT+3,599 miles
PASS
Mileage64,142 miles
Since last MOT+3,565 miles
PASS
Mileage60,577 miles
Since last MOT+4,618 miles
PASS
Mileage55,959 miles
Since last MOT+4,644 miles
PASS
Mileage51,315 miles
Since last MOT+3,879 miles
PASS
Mileage47,436 miles
Since last MOT+5,431 miles
PASS
Mileage42,005 miles
Since last MOT+2 miles
FAIL
Mileage42,003 miles
Since last MOT+6,326 miles
PASS
Mileage35,677 miles
Since last MOT+7,601 miles
PASS
Mileage28,076 miles
Since last MOT+5,471 miles
PASS
Mileage22,605 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

RegistrationWF55 PYJ
MakeVauxhall
ModelAstra
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1598cc
Year2005
First registered
Area codeWF — Exeter, West of England
Age identifier55 — September 2005 to February 2006

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About WF55 PYJ

What car is WF55 PYJ?

WF55 PYJ is a blue Vauxhall Astra, petrol (1598cc). First registered in Exeter in 2005.

What is the mileage of WF55 PYJ?

The last recorded mileage for WF55 PYJ was 99,154 miles, recorded on 17 Dec 2024 during its most recent MOT test.

Has WF55 PYJ passed its MOT?

WF55 PYJ has had 22 MOT tests with a 77% pass rate (17 passes, 5 failures). It last passed on 17 Dec 2024.

Is WF55 PYJ ULEZ compliant?

Based on its fuel type and registration year, WF55 PYJ 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 WF55 PYJ?

WF55 PYJ is approximately 21 years old. Age identifier 55 means registered between 1 September 2005 and 28 February 2006.