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At a glance
This 2005 Vauxhall Astra Diesel 1686cc has had 21 MOT tests on record, passing 14 and failing 7 (67% pass rate). It has 136,994 miles on the clock, averaging 6,815 miles per year, 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 FM05 EFF
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Mileage Analysis
Below average| Latest reading | 136,994 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 4 |
| Average per year | 6,815 |
| Mileage consistency | Consistent |
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Full MOT Test History 21 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 | FM05 EFF |
| Make | Vauxhall |
| Model | Astra |
| Colour | Blue |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1686cc |
| Year | 2005 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | FM — Nottingham, Forest and Fens |
| Age identifier | 05 — March 2005 to August 2005 |
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About FM05 EFF
What car is FM05 EFF?
FM05 EFF is an blue Vauxhall Astra, diesel (1686cc). First registered in Nottingham in 2005.
What is the mileage of FM05 EFF?
The last recorded mileage for FM05 EFF was 136,994 miles, recorded on 22 Jan 2021 during its most recent MOT test.
Has FM05 EFF passed its MOT?
FM05 EFF has had 21 MOT tests with a 67% pass rate (14 passes, 7 failures). It last passed on 22 Jan 2021.
Is FM05 EFF ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, FM05 EFF 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 FM05 EFF?
FM05 EFF is approximately 21 years old. Age identifier 05 means registered between 1 March 2005 and 31 August 2005.