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FL05 BBN

2005 Vauxhall Astra · Petrol · 1598cc

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

Vehicle summary

MakeVauxhall
ModelAstra
Year2005
FuelPetrol
Engine1598cc
ColourBlack
ULEZ (est.)Likely Non-compliantPetrol pre-2006
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 Petrol 1598cc has had 13 MOT tests on record, passing 10 and failing 3 (77% pass rate). It has 70,858 miles on the clock, averaging 2,401 miles per year, well below the UK average of 7,400. Common Vauxhall Astra issues include central locking door mechanism and passenger compartment wiring connectors.

MOT & Mileage History for FL05 BBN

MOT Status
Due date passed
70,858
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
2,401

Average miles/year

Below UK average of 7,400
4

Gaps in MOT history

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

Mileage Analysis

Low mileage
Latest reading70,858 miles
Reading date
Miles last year2,045
Average per year2,401
Mileage consistencyVariable
Mileage over time for FL05 BBN 40k48k55k63k71k '08'21'15

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Full MOT Test History 13 tests on record

PASS
Mileage70,858 miles
Since last MOT+2,045 miles
PASS
Mileage68,813 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage68,813 miles
Since last MOT+4,769 miles
PASS
Mileage64,044 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage64,044 miles
Since last MOT+396 miles
PASS
Mileage63,648 miles
Since last MOT+2,610 miles
PASS
Mileage61,038 miles
Since last MOT+3,007 miles
PASS
Mileage58,031 miles
Since last MOT+9,550 miles
PASS
Mileage48,481 miles
Since last MOT+1,418 miles
PASS
Mileage47,063 miles
Since last MOT+2,610 miles
PASS
Mileage44,453 miles
Since last MOT+4,672 miles
PASS
Mileage39,781 miles
Since last MOT+6 miles
FAIL
Mileage39,775 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

RegistrationFL05 BBN
MakeVauxhall
ModelAstra
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1598cc
Year2005
First registered
Area codeFL — Nottingham, Forest and Fens
Age identifier05 — March 2005 to August 2005

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About FL05 BBN

What car is FL05 BBN?

FL05 BBN is an black Vauxhall Astra, petrol (1598cc). First registered in Nottingham in 2005.

What is the mileage of FL05 BBN?

The last recorded mileage for FL05 BBN was 70,858 miles, recorded on 20 Aug 2021 during its most recent MOT test.

Has FL05 BBN passed its MOT?

FL05 BBN has had 13 MOT tests with a 77% pass rate (10 passes, 3 failures). It last passed on 20 Aug 2021.

Is FL05 BBN ULEZ compliant?

Based on its fuel type and registration year, FL05 BBN 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 FL05 BBN?

FL05 BBN is approximately 21 years old. Age identifier 05 means registered between 1 March 2005 and 31 August 2005.