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At a glance
This 2005 Vauxhall Astra Petrol 2198cc has had 14 MOT tests on record, passing 7 and failing 7 (50% pass rate). It has 94,698 miles on the clock, averaging 10,590 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 FD05 VPL
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Mileage Analysis
Above average| Latest reading | 94,698 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 4 |
| Average per year | 10,590 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 14 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 | FD05 VPL |
| Make | Vauxhall |
| Model | Astra |
| Colour | Blue |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 2198cc |
| Year | 2005 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | FD — Nottingham, Forest and Fens |
| Age identifier | 05 — March 2005 to August 2005 |
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About FD05 VPL
What car is FD05 VPL?
FD05 VPL is an blue Vauxhall Astra, petrol (2198cc). First registered in Nottingham in 2005.
What is the mileage of FD05 VPL?
The last recorded mileage for FD05 VPL was 94,698 miles, recorded on 26 Feb 2016 during its most recent MOT test.
Has FD05 VPL passed its MOT?
FD05 VPL has had 14 MOT tests with a 50% pass rate (7 passes, 7 failures). It last passed on 26 Feb 2016.
Is FD05 VPL ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, FD05 VPL is likely not ULEZ compliant. As a petrol vehicle registered in 2005, it typically does not meet the Euro 4 emission standard required. This is an estimate — confirm with TfL's ULEZ checker.
How old is FD05 VPL?
FD05 VPL is approximately 21 years old. Age identifier 05 means registered between 1 March 2005 and 31 August 2005.