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AJ55 NWB

2005 Vauxhall Astra

Blue Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Mar 2022
Tests19 (14 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate73.7%

Mileage

118,902 mi
Last recorded118,902 miles
Recorded on17 Mar 2021
Typical for 2005 Vauxhall Astra75,092 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAJ55 NWB
MakeVauxhall
ModelAstra
Year2005
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

14 pass 5 fail
Pass 17 Mar 2021 118,902 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Nearside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

Offside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Fail 16 Mar 2021 118,898 miles

Nearside Front Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

Nearside Front Steering linkage ball joint ball joint dust cover insecure so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))

Nearside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Front Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Steering linkage ball joint ball joint dust cover insecure so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Nearside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

Offside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 21 Dec 2019 96,885 miles

Offside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Fail 21 Dec 2019 96,883 miles

Nearside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 5 Dec 2018 89,623 miles
Pass 19 Dec 2017 86,114 miles

both front inter tie rod ball joints have slight play

Pass 9 Jan 2017 83,643 miles

slight weep on the nearside rear shockabsorber

Pass 27 Jan 2016 82,272 miles
Pass 20 Jan 2015 80,733 miles

engine oil leaks apparent

offside front tyre approaching the wear bars

slight weep on the nearside rear shockabsorber

Fail 17 Jan 2014 79,196 miles

Offside Rear coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)

nearside front tyre approaching the wear bars

slight fluid weep on the nearside rear shockabsorber

slight wear in both the front inner tie-rods

Pass 17 Jan 2014 79,196 miles

nearside front tyre approaching the wear bars

slight fluid weep on the nearside rear shockabsorber

slight wear in both the front inner tie-rods

Pass 22 Jan 2013 66,686 miles

Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

Pass 30 Aug 2012 47,907 miles
Pass 12 Dec 2011 44,336 miles

both front brake discs slightly worn and corroded

Fail 12 Dec 2011 44,336 miles

Fuel cap/sealing device does not fasten securely maintaining the sealing arrangement (7.2.4b)

both front brake discs slightly worn and corroded

Pass 16 Dec 2010 36,523 miles
Fail 16 Dec 2010 36,523 miles

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Offside Outer Obligatory mirror insecure (8.1.1)

Pass 17 Dec 2009 28,841 miles
Pass 21 Nov 2008 9,979 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 NWB is a 2005 Vauxhall Astra in Blue with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.7%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 NWB, 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 NWB registered?

AJ55 NWB is a 2005 Vauxhall Astra, first registered on 20 December 2005.

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