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At a glance
This 2005 Vauxhall Astra Diesel 1910cc has had 1 MOT test on record, passing every one. It has 67,254 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 | FA05 CDF |
| Make | Vauxhall |
| Model | Astra |
| Colour | Red |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1910cc |
| Year | 2005 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | FA — Nottingham, Forest and Fens |
| Age identifier | 05 — March 2005 to August 2005 |
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About FA05 CDF
What car is FA05 CDF?
FA05 CDF is an red Vauxhall Astra, diesel (1910cc). First registered in Nottingham in 2005.
What is the mileage of FA05 CDF?
The last recorded mileage for FA05 CDF was 67,254 miles, recorded on 1 Sep 2008 during its most recent MOT test.
Has FA05 CDF passed its MOT?
FA05 CDF has had 1 MOT tests with an 100% pass rate (1 pass, 0 failures). It last passed on 1 Sep 2008.
Is FA05 CDF ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, FA05 CDF 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 FA05 CDF?
FA05 CDF is approximately 21 years old. Age identifier 05 means registered between 1 March 2005 and 31 August 2005.