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At a glance
This 2005 Vauxhall Astra Diesel 1910cc has had 9 MOT tests on record, passing 8 and failing once (89% pass rate). It has 117,650 miles on the clock, averaging 16,122 miles per year, above the UK average of 7,400. Common Vauxhall Astra issues include central locking door mechanism and passenger compartment wiring connectors.
MOT & Mileage History for EF54 FZJ
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Mileage Analysis
Above average| Latest reading | 117,650 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 13,339 |
| Average per year | 16,122 |
| Mileage consistency | Consistent |
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Full MOT Test History 9 tests on record
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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 | EF54 FZJ |
| Make | Vauxhall |
| Model | Astra |
| Colour | Silver |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1910cc |
| Year | 2005 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | EF — Chelmsford, Essex |
| Age identifier | 54 — September 2004 to February 2005 |
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About EF54 FZJ
What car is EF54 FZJ?
EF54 FZJ is an silver Vauxhall Astra, diesel (1910cc). First registered in Chelmsford in 2005.
What is the mileage of EF54 FZJ?
The last recorded mileage for EF54 FZJ was 117,650 miles, recorded on 18 Sep 2014 during its most recent MOT test.
Has EF54 FZJ passed its MOT?
EF54 FZJ has had 9 MOT tests with an 89% pass rate (8 passes, 1 failure). It last passed on 18 Sep 2014.
Is EF54 FZJ ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, EF54 FZJ 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 EF54 FZJ?
EF54 FZJ is approximately 21 years old. Age identifier 54 means registered between 1 September 2004 and 28 February 2005.