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At a glance
This 2005 Vauxhall Astra Petrol 1598cc has had 18 MOT tests on record, passing 12 and failing 6 (67% pass rate). It has 147,505 miles on the clock, averaging 10,399 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 YKW
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Mileage Analysis
Above average| Latest reading | 147,505 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 1,097 |
| Average per year | 10,399 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 18 tests on record
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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
| Registration | FL05 YKW |
| Make | Vauxhall |
| Model | Astra |
| Colour | Grey |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1598cc |
| Year | 2005 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | FL — Nottingham, Forest and Fens |
| Age identifier | 05 — March 2005 to August 2005 |
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About FL05 YKW
What car is FL05 YKW?
FL05 YKW is an grey Vauxhall Astra, petrol (1598cc). First registered in Nottingham in 2005.
What is the mileage of FL05 YKW?
The last recorded mileage for FL05 YKW was 147,505 miles, recorded on 19 Jun 2019 during its most recent MOT test.
Has FL05 YKW passed its MOT?
FL05 YKW has had 18 MOT tests with a 67% pass rate (12 passes, 6 failures). It last passed on 19 Jun 2019.
Is FL05 YKW ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, FL05 YKW 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 YKW?
FL05 YKW is approximately 21 years old. Age identifier 05 means registered between 1 March 2005 and 31 August 2005.