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FL05 OFA

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 11 MOT tests on record, passing 10 and failing once (91% pass rate). It has 133,375 miles on the clock, averaging 11,204 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 FL05 OFA

MOT Status
Due date passed
133,375
Last Mileage
Recorded
11
Total Tests
Since 2008
91%
Pass Rate
10 passed, 1 failed

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

1

MOT failure recorded

Out of 11 tests on record
11,204

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 reading133,375 miles
Reading date
Miles last year9,440
Average per year11,204
Mileage consistencyConsistent
Mileage over time for FL05 OFA 37k61k85k109k133k '08'16'12

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Full MOT Test History 11 tests on record

PASS
Mileage133,375 miles
Since last MOT+9,440 miles
PASS
Mileage123,935 miles
Since last MOT+14,331 miles
PASS
Mileage109,604 miles
Since last MOT+10,730 miles
PASS
Mileage98,874 miles
Since last MOT+3 miles
FAIL
Mileage98,871 miles
Since last MOT+21,456 miles
PASS
Mileage77,415 miles
Since last MOT+8,554 miles
PASS
Mileage68,861 miles
Since last MOT+9,427 miles
PASS
Mileage59,434 miles
Since last MOT+11,508 miles
PASS
Mileage47,926 miles
Since last MOT+9,452 miles
PASS
Mileage38,474 miles
Since last MOT+1,505 miles
PASS
Mileage36,969 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 OFA
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 OFA

What car is FL05 OFA?

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

What is the mileage of FL05 OFA?

The last recorded mileage for FL05 OFA was 133,375 miles, recorded on 22 Sep 2016 during its most recent MOT test.

Has FL05 OFA passed its MOT?

FL05 OFA has had 11 MOT tests with an 91% pass rate (10 passes, 1 failure). It last passed on 22 Sep 2016.

Is FL05 OFA ULEZ compliant?

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

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