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FE05 WOU

2005 Vauxhall Astra · Diesel · 1686cc

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

Vehicle summary

MakeVauxhall
ModelAstra
Year2005
FuelDiesel
Engine1686cc
ColourBlack
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 9 MOT tests on record, passing 7 and failing 2 (78% pass rate). It has 142,778 miles on the clock, averaging 13,661 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 FE05 WOU

MOT Status
Due date passed
142,778
Last Mileage
Recorded
9
Total Tests
Since 2008
78%
Pass Rate
7 passed, 2 failed

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

2

MOT failures recorded

Out of 9 tests on record
13,661

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 reading142,778 miles
Reading date
Miles last year338
Average per year13,661
Mileage consistencyConsistent
Mileage over time for FE05 WOU 58k79k100k122k143k '08'14'11

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Full MOT Test History 9 tests on record

PASS
Mileage142,778 miles
Since last MOT+338 miles
FAIL
Mileage142,440 miles
Since last MOT+15,700 miles
PASS
Mileage126,740 miles
Since last MOT+17,289 miles
PASS
Mileage109,451 miles
Since last MOT+17,479 miles
PASS
Mileage91,972 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage91,972 miles
Since last MOT+13,876 miles
PASS
Mileage78,096 miles
Since last MOT+7,966 miles
PASS
Mileage70,130 miles
Since last MOT+11,950 miles
PASS
Mileage58,180 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

RegistrationFE05 WOU
MakeVauxhall
ModelAstra
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1686cc
Year2005
First registered
Area codeFE — Nottingham, Forest and Fens
Age identifier05 — March 2005 to August 2005

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About FE05 WOU

What car is FE05 WOU?

FE05 WOU is an black Vauxhall Astra, diesel (1686cc). First registered in Nottingham in 2005.

What is the mileage of FE05 WOU?

The last recorded mileage for FE05 WOU was 142,778 miles, recorded on 23 Apr 2014 during its most recent MOT test.

Has FE05 WOU passed its MOT?

FE05 WOU has had 9 MOT tests with a 78% pass rate (7 passes, 2 failures). It last passed on 23 Apr 2014.

Is FE05 WOU ULEZ compliant?

Based on its fuel type and registration year, FE05 WOU 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 FE05 WOU?

FE05 WOU is approximately 21 years old. Age identifier 05 means registered between 1 March 2005 and 31 August 2005.