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FB05 JEU

2005 Vauxhall Astra · Diesel · 1686cc

Silver Registered in Nottingham, Forest and Fens · 21 years old

Vehicle summary

MakeVauxhall
ModelAstra
Year2005
FuelDiesel
Engine1686cc
ColourSilver
ULEZ (est.)Likely Non-compliantDiesel pre-2015
Est. Annual Tax£165–£265

ULEZ status is estimated based on fuel type and registration year. It may not reflect the actual emission standard of this vehicle. Check with TfL for a definitive answer.

At a glance

This 2005 Vauxhall Astra Diesel 1686cc has had 10 MOT tests on record, passing 7 and failing 3 (70% pass rate). It has 149,427 miles on the clock, averaging 14,202 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 FB05 JEU

MOT Status
Due date passed
149,427
Last Mileage
Recorded
10
Total Tests
Since 2008
70%
Pass Rate
7 passed, 3 failed

Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.

3

MOT failures recorded

Out of 10 tests on record
14,202

Average miles/year

Above UK average of 7,400
1

Gap in MOT history

Periods with no valid MOT — may have been SORN or untaxed

Mileage Analysis

Above average
Latest reading149,427 miles
Reading date
Miles last year211
Average per year14,202
Mileage consistencyConsistent
Mileage over time for FB05 JEU 55k78k102k126k149k '08'15'13

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Full MOT Test History 10 tests on record

PASS
Mileage149,427 miles
Since last MOT+211 miles
FAIL
Mileage149,216 miles
Since last MOT+12,668 miles
PASS
Mileage136,548 miles
Since last MOT+193 miles
FAIL
Mileage136,355 miles
Since last MOT+20,520 miles
PASS
Mileage115,835 miles
Since last MOT+10,051 miles
FAIL
Mileage105,784 miles
Since last MOT+14,928 miles
PASS
Mileage90,856 miles
Since last MOT+11,938 miles
PASS
Mileage78,918 miles
Since last MOT+11,765 miles
PASS
Mileage67,153 miles
Since last MOT+12,489 miles
PASS
Mileage54,664 miles

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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

RegistrationFB05 JEU
MakeVauxhall
ModelAstra
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1686cc
Year2005
First registered
Area codeFB — Nottingham, Forest and Fens
Age identifier05 — March 2005 to August 2005

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About FB05 JEU

What car is FB05 JEU?

FB05 JEU is an silver Vauxhall Astra, diesel (1686cc). First registered in Nottingham in 2005.

What is the mileage of FB05 JEU?

The last recorded mileage for FB05 JEU was 149,427 miles, recorded on 6 Feb 2015 during its most recent MOT test.

Has FB05 JEU passed its MOT?

FB05 JEU has had 10 MOT tests with a 70% pass rate (7 passes, 3 failures). It last passed on 6 Feb 2015.

Is FB05 JEU ULEZ compliant?

Based on its fuel type and registration year, FB05 JEU 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 FB05 JEU?

FB05 JEU is approximately 21 years old. Age identifier 05 means registered between 1 March 2005 and 31 August 2005.