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AJ55 JBV

2005 Vauxhall Astra

Silver Diesel 1248cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Nov 2019
Tests15 (10 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

137,446 mi
Last recorded137,446 miles
Recorded on30 Nov 2018
Typical for 2005 Vauxhall Astra75,092 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAJ55 JBV
MakeVauxhall
ModelAstra
Year2005
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,248cc

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MOT History

10 pass 5 fail
Pass 30 Nov 2018 137,446 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Offside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Pass 1 Dec 2017 135,344 miles
Fail 1 Dec 2017 135,348 miles

Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Exhaust system not adequately supported repair exhaust. put 4 rubbers on (7.1.1)

Pass 19 Sep 2016 134,426 miles
Fail 19 Sep 2016 134,426 miles

Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Pass 30 Jul 2015 130,153 miles
Fail 27 Jul 2015 130,153 miles

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Nearside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Offside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Pass 14 May 2014 124,328 miles
Fail 26 Apr 2013 115,254 miles

Nearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 26 Apr 2013 115,254 miles
Pass 29 May 2012 106,044 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 26 May 2011 90,829 miles
Fail 18 Mar 2010 77,700 miles

Offside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 18 Mar 2010 77,700 miles
Pass 8 Dec 2008 66,609 miles

How Reliable is the Vauxhall Astra?

Based on 25,288,868 MOT tests across 2,125,241 vehicles.

71.9%
Pass Rate
6,421
Miles/Year
34
Year Lifespan
2,125,241
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Brake pipe excessively corroded 1,048,496
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 953,502
coil spring broken 442,020
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 393,418
position lamp(s) not working 393,186
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AJ55 JBV is a 2005 Vauxhall Astra in Silver with a 1,248cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

Across all 2005 Vauxhall Astra models, the average MOT pass rate is 71.4% with a typical mileage of 75,092 miles. This particular vehicle has a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

The most common reason a Vauxhall Astra fails its MOT is brake pipe excessively corroded, accounting for 1,048,496 recorded failures. If you're considering buying AJ55 JBV, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Vauxhall Astra typically stays on UK roads for around 34 years. At 21 years old, this Vauxhall Astra is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was AJ55 JBV registered?

AJ55 JBV is a 2005 Vauxhall Astra, first registered on 9 December 2005.

Is AJ55 JBV safe to buy?

The MOT history for AJ55 JBV shows 15 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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