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FN05 OXB

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 7 MOT tests on record, passing 6 and failing once (86% pass rate). It has 99,833 miles on the clock, averaging 6,995 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 FN05 OXB

MOT Status
Due date passed
99,833
Last Mileage
Recorded
7
Total Tests
Since 2008
86%
Pass Rate
6 passed, 1 failed

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

1

MOT failure recorded

Out of 7 tests on record
6,995

Average miles/year

Below UK average of 7,400
2

Gaps in MOT history

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

Mileage Analysis

Below average
Latest reading99,833 miles
Reading date
Average per year6,995
Mileage consistencyVariable
Mileage over time for FN05 OXB 39k54k69k85k100k '08'16'11

Check FN05 OXB

Full MOT Test History 7 tests on record

PASS
Mileage99,833 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage99,833 miles
Since last MOT+2,816 miles
PASS
Mileage97,017 miles
Since last MOT+28,139 miles
PASS
Mileage68,878 miles
Since last MOT+10,691 miles
PASS
Mileage58,187 miles
Since last MOT+9,740 miles
PASS
Mileage48,447 miles
Since last MOT+9,689 miles
PASS
Mileage38,758 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

RegistrationFN05 OXB
MakeVauxhall
ModelAstra
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1598cc
Year2005
First registered
Area codeFN — Nottingham, Forest and Fens
Age identifier05 — March 2005 to August 2005

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About FN05 OXB

What car is FN05 OXB?

FN05 OXB is an black Vauxhall Astra, petrol (1598cc). First registered in Nottingham in 2005.

What is the mileage of FN05 OXB?

The last recorded mileage for FN05 OXB was 99,833 miles, recorded on 3 Dec 2016 during its most recent MOT test.

Has FN05 OXB passed its MOT?

FN05 OXB has had 7 MOT tests with an 86% pass rate (6 passes, 1 failure). It last passed on 3 Dec 2016.

Is FN05 OXB ULEZ compliant?

Based on its fuel type and registration year, FN05 OXB 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 FN05 OXB?

FN05 OXB is approximately 21 years old. Age identifier 05 means registered between 1 March 2005 and 31 August 2005.