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FL05 ORH

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 16 MOT tests on record, passing 11 and failing 5 (69% pass rate). It has 121,766 miles on the clock, averaging 7,822 miles per year, around 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 ORH

MOT Status
Due date passed
121,766
Last Mileage
Recorded
16
Total Tests
Since 2008
69%
Pass Rate
11 passed, 5 failed

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

5

MOT failures recorded

Out of 16 tests on record
7,822

Average miles/year

Around UK average of 7,400
1

Gap in MOT history

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

Mileage Analysis

About average
Latest reading121,766 miles
Reading date
Miles last year10,157
Average per year7,822
Mileage consistencyVariable
Mileage over time for FL05 ORH 45k64k83k102k122k '08'18'13

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Full MOT Test History 16 tests on record

PASS
Mileage121,766 miles
Since last MOT+10,157 miles
PASS
Mileage111,609 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage111,609 miles
Since last MOT+8,855 miles
PASS
Mileage102,754 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage102,754 miles
Since last MOT+4,625 miles
PASS
Mileage98,129 miles
Since last MOT+5,792 miles
PASS
Mileage92,337 miles
Since last MOT+2,666 miles
FAIL
Mileage89,671 miles
Since last MOT+10,965 miles
PASS
Mileage78,706 miles
Since last MOT+3,305 miles
PASS
Mileage75,401 miles
Since last MOT+2,847 miles
PASS
Mileage72,554 miles
Since last MOT+18 miles
FAIL
Mileage72,536 miles
Since last MOT+6,025 miles
PASS
Mileage66,511 miles
Since last MOT+1,505 miles
PASS
Mileage65,006 miles
Since last MOT+3 miles
FAIL
Mileage65,003 miles
Since last MOT+20,464 miles
PASS
Mileage44,539 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 ORH
MakeVauxhall
ModelAstra
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1686cc
Year2005
First registered
Area codeFL — Nottingham, Forest and Fens
Age identifier05 — March 2005 to August 2005

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About FL05 ORH

What car is FL05 ORH?

FL05 ORH is an black Vauxhall Astra, diesel (1686cc). First registered in Nottingham in 2005.

What is the mileage of FL05 ORH?

The last recorded mileage for FL05 ORH was 121,766 miles, recorded on 21 Mar 2018 during its most recent MOT test.

Has FL05 ORH passed its MOT?

FL05 ORH has had 16 MOT tests with a 69% pass rate (11 passes, 5 failures). It last passed on 21 Mar 2018.

Is FL05 ORH ULEZ compliant?

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

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