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FN55 MUA

2005 Vauxhall Astra · Diesel · 1686cc

Grey Registered in Nottingham, Forest and Fens · 21 years old

Vehicle summary

MakeVauxhall
ModelAstra
Year2005
FuelDiesel
Engine1686cc
ColourGrey
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 10 MOT tests on record, passing 8 and failing 2 (80% pass rate). It has 173,974 miles on the clock, averaging 14,288 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 FN55 MUA

MOT Status
Due date passed
173,974
Last Mileage
Recorded
10
Total Tests
Since 2008
80%
Pass Rate
8 passed, 2 failed

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

2

MOT failures recorded

Out of 10 tests on record
14,288

Average miles/year

Above UK average of 7,400
3

Gaps in MOT history

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

Mileage Analysis

Above average
Latest reading173,974 miles
Reading date
Miles last year9,918
Average per year14,288
Mileage consistencyConsistent
Mileage over time for FN55 MUA 59k88k117k145k174k '08'16'13

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Full MOT Test History 10 tests on record

PASS
Mileage173,974 miles
Since last MOT+9,918 miles
PASS
Mileage164,056 miles
Since last MOT+12,831 miles
PASS
Mileage151,225 miles
Since last MOT+50 miles
FAIL
Mileage151,175 miles
Since last MOT+17,055 miles
PASS
Mileage134,120 miles
Since last MOT+27,761 miles
PASS
Mileage106,359 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage106,359 miles
Since last MOT+10,199 miles
PASS
Mileage96,160 miles
Since last MOT+19,891 miles
PASS
Mileage76,269 miles
Since last MOT+16,992 miles
PASS
Mileage59,277 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

RegistrationFN55 MUA
MakeVauxhall
ModelAstra
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1686cc
Year2005
First registered
Area codeFN — Nottingham, Forest and Fens
Age identifier55 — September 2005 to February 2006

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About FN55 MUA

What car is FN55 MUA?

FN55 MUA is an grey Vauxhall Astra, diesel (1686cc). First registered in Nottingham in 2005.

What is the mileage of FN55 MUA?

The last recorded mileage for FN55 MUA was 173,974 miles, recorded on 22 Dec 2016 during its most recent MOT test.

Has FN55 MUA passed its MOT?

FN55 MUA has had 10 MOT tests with an 80% pass rate (8 passes, 2 failures). It last passed on 22 Dec 2016.

Is FN55 MUA ULEZ compliant?

Based on its fuel type and registration year, FN55 MUA 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 FN55 MUA?

FN55 MUA is approximately 21 years old. Age identifier 55 means registered between 1 September 2005 and 28 February 2006.