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FN55 VUR

2005 Vauxhall Astra · Petrol · 1796cc

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

Vehicle summary

MakeVauxhall
ModelAstra
Year2005
FuelPetrol
Engine1796cc
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 1796cc has had 15 MOT tests on record, passing 11 and failing 4 (73% pass rate). It has 81,020 miles on the clock, averaging 5,903 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 FN55 VUR

MOT Status
Due date passed
81,020
Last Mileage
Recorded
15
Total Tests
Since 2009
73%
Pass Rate
11 passed, 4 failed

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

4

MOT failures recorded

Out of 15 tests on record
5,903

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 reading81,020 miles
Reading date
Miles last year31
Average per year5,903
Mileage consistencyVariable
Mileage over time for FN55 VUR 19k34k50k65k81k '09'19'15

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Full MOT Test History 15 tests on record

PASS
Mileage81,020 miles
Since last MOT+31 miles
FAIL
Mileage80,989 miles
Since last MOT+3,666 miles
PASS
Mileage77,323 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage77,323 miles
Since last MOT+3,728 miles
PASS
Mileage73,595 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage73,595 miles
Since last MOT+4,685 miles
PASS
Mileage68,910 miles
Since last MOT+4,539 miles
PASS
Mileage64,371 miles
Since last MOT+5,684 miles
PASS
Mileage58,687 miles
Since last MOT+3,976 miles
PASS
Mileage54,711 miles
Since last MOT+10,980 miles
PASS
Mileage43,731 miles
Since last MOT+11,661 miles
PASS
Mileage32,070 miles
Since last MOT+8,546 miles
PASS
Mileage23,524 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage23,524 miles
Since last MOT+4,967 miles
PASS
Mileage18,557 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 VUR
MakeVauxhall
ModelAstra
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1796cc
Year2005
First registered
Area codeFN — Nottingham, Forest and Fens
Age identifier55 — September 2005 to February 2006

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About FN55 VUR

What car is FN55 VUR?

FN55 VUR is an black Vauxhall Astra, petrol (1796cc). First registered in Nottingham in 2005.

What is the mileage of FN55 VUR?

The last recorded mileage for FN55 VUR was 81,020 miles, recorded on 21 Aug 2019 during its most recent MOT test.

Has FN55 VUR passed its MOT?

FN55 VUR has had 15 MOT tests with a 73% pass rate (11 passes, 4 failures). It last passed on 21 Aug 2019.

Is FN55 VUR ULEZ compliant?

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

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