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FH05 NRL

2005 Vauxhall Astra · Diesel · 1686cc

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

Vehicle summary

MakeVauxhall
ModelAstra
Year2005
FuelDiesel
Engine1686cc
ColourBlue
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 13 MOT tests on record, passing 10 and failing 3 (77% pass rate). It has 115,813 miles on the clock, averaging 9,068 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 FH05 NRL

MOT Status
Due date passed
115,813
Last Mileage
Recorded
13
Total Tests
Since 2008
77%
Pass Rate
10 passed, 3 failed

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

3

MOT failures recorded

Out of 13 tests on record
9,068

Average miles/year

Above UK average of 7,400
3

Gaps in MOT history

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

Mileage Analysis

Above average
Latest reading115,813 miles
Reading date
Average per year9,068
Mileage consistencyVariable
Mileage over time for FH05 NRL 40k59k78k97k116k '08'16'12

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Full MOT Test History 13 tests on record

PASS
Mileage115,813 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage115,813 miles
Since last MOT+14,285 miles
PASS
Mileage101,528 miles
Since last MOT+7 miles
FAIL
Mileage101,521 miles
Since last MOT+12,105 miles
PASS
Mileage89,416 miles
Since last MOT+10,513 miles
PASS
Mileage78,903 miles
Since last MOT+12,454 miles
PASS
Mileage66,449 miles
Since last MOT+7,253 miles
PASS
Mileage59,196 miles
Since last MOT+1,895 miles
PASS
Mileage57,301 miles
Since last MOT+13,074 miles
PASS
Mileage44,227 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage44,227 miles
Since last MOT+3,815 miles
PASS
Mileage40,412 miles
Since last MOTRetest
PASS
Mileage40,412 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

RegistrationFH05 NRL
MakeVauxhall
ModelAstra
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1686cc
Year2005
First registered
Area codeFH — Nottingham, Forest and Fens
Age identifier05 — March 2005 to August 2005

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About FH05 NRL

What car is FH05 NRL?

FH05 NRL is an blue Vauxhall Astra, diesel (1686cc). First registered in Nottingham in 2005.

What is the mileage of FH05 NRL?

The last recorded mileage for FH05 NRL was 115,813 miles, recorded on 30 Aug 2016 during its most recent MOT test.

Has FH05 NRL passed its MOT?

FH05 NRL has had 13 MOT tests with a 77% pass rate (10 passes, 3 failures). It last passed on 30 Aug 2016.

Is FH05 NRL ULEZ compliant?

Based on its fuel type and registration year, FH05 NRL 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 FH05 NRL?

FH05 NRL is approximately 21 years old. Age identifier 05 means registered between 1 March 2005 and 31 August 2005.