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At a glance
This 2005 Vauxhall Astra Diesel 1686cc has had 1 MOT test on record, passing every one. It has 74,212 miles on the clock at the last MOT. Common Vauxhall Astra issues include central locking door mechanism and passenger compartment wiring connectors.
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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
| Registration | AP05 JFU |
| Make | Vauxhall |
| Model | Astra |
| Colour | Red |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1686cc |
| Year | 2005 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | AP — Norwich, Anglia |
| Age identifier | 05 — March 2005 to August 2005 |
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About AP05 JFU
What car is AP05 JFU?
AP05 JFU is an red Vauxhall Astra, diesel (1686cc). First registered in Norwich in 2005.
What is the mileage of AP05 JFU?
The last recorded mileage for AP05 JFU was 74,212 miles, recorded on 11 Jun 2008 during its most recent MOT test.
Has AP05 JFU passed its MOT?
AP05 JFU has had 1 MOT tests with an 100% pass rate (1 pass, 0 failures). It last passed on 11 Jun 2008.
Is AP05 JFU ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, AP05 JFU 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 AP05 JFU?
AP05 JFU is approximately 21 years old. Age identifier 05 means registered between 1 March 2005 and 31 August 2005.