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At a glance
This 2005 Vauxhall Astra Diesel 1686cc has had 14 MOT tests on record, passing 11 and failing 3 (79% pass rate). It has 111,341 miles on the clock, averaging 6,789 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 FM54 KTE
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Mileage Analysis
Below average| Latest reading | 111,341 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Average per year | 6,789 |
| Mileage consistency | Consistent |
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Full MOT Test History 14 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 | FM54 KTE |
| Make | Vauxhall |
| Model | Astra |
| Colour | Blue |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1686cc |
| Year | 2005 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | FM — Nottingham, Forest and Fens |
| Age identifier | 54 — September 2004 to February 2005 |
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About FM54 KTE
What car is FM54 KTE?
FM54 KTE is an blue Vauxhall Astra, diesel (1686cc). First registered in Nottingham in 2005.
What is the mileage of FM54 KTE?
The last recorded mileage for FM54 KTE was 111,341 miles, recorded on 21 Sep 2017 during its most recent MOT test.
Has FM54 KTE passed its MOT?
FM54 KTE has had 14 MOT tests with a 79% pass rate (11 passes, 3 failures). It last passed on 21 Sep 2017.
Is FM54 KTE ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, FM54 KTE 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 FM54 KTE?
FM54 KTE is approximately 21 years old. Age identifier 54 means registered between 1 September 2004 and 28 February 2005.