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FP05 DZU

2005 Vauxhall Astra · Diesel · 1686cc

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

Vehicle summary

MakeVauxhall
ModelAstra
Year2005
FuelDiesel
Engine1686cc
ColourSilver
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 13 MOT tests on record, passing 8 and failing 5 (62% pass rate). It has 106,082 miles on the clock, averaging 8,193 miles per year, around the UK average of 7,400. Common Vauxhall Astra issues include central locking door mechanism and passenger compartment wiring connectors.

MOT & Mileage History for FP05 DZU

MOT Status
Due date passed
106,082
Last Mileage
Recorded
13
Total Tests
Since 2008
62%
Pass Rate
8 passed, 5 failed

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

5

MOT failures recorded

Out of 13 tests on record
8,193

Average miles/year

Around UK average of 7,400
2

Gaps in MOT history

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

Mileage Analysis

About average
Latest reading106,082 miles
Reading date
Miles last year8,320
Average per year8,193
Mileage consistencyVariable
Mileage over time for FP05 DZU 40k56k73k89k106k '08'16'11

Check FP05 DZU

Full MOT Test History 13 tests on record

PASS
Mileage106,082 miles
Since last MOT+8,320 miles
PASS
Mileage97,762 miles
Since last MOT+3 miles
FAIL
Mileage97,759 miles
Since last MOT+8,044 miles
FAIL
Mileage89,715 miles
Since last MOT+12,319 miles
PASS
Mileage77,396 miles
Since last MOT+12,225 miles
PASS
Mileage65,171 miles
Since last MOT+1 miles
FAIL
Mileage65,170 miles
Since last MOT+7,400 miles
PASS
Mileage57,770 miles
Since last MOT+11,227 miles
PASS
Mileage46,543 miles
Since last MOT+1,282 miles
PASS
Mileage45,261 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage45,261 miles
Since last MOT+5,665 miles
PASS
Mileage39,596 miles
Since last MOT+4 miles
FAIL
Mileage39,592 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

RegistrationFP05 DZU
MakeVauxhall
ModelAstra
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1686cc
Year2005
First registered
Area codeFP — Nottingham, Forest and Fens
Age identifier05 — March 2005 to August 2005

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About FP05 DZU

What car is FP05 DZU?

FP05 DZU is an silver Vauxhall Astra, diesel (1686cc). First registered in Nottingham in 2005.

What is the mileage of FP05 DZU?

The last recorded mileage for FP05 DZU was 106,082 miles, recorded on 4 Jun 2016 during its most recent MOT test.

Has FP05 DZU passed its MOT?

FP05 DZU has had 13 MOT tests with a 62% pass rate (8 passes, 5 failures). It last passed on 4 Jun 2016.

Is FP05 DZU ULEZ compliant?

Based on its fuel type and registration year, FP05 DZU 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 FP05 DZU?

FP05 DZU is approximately 21 years old. Age identifier 05 means registered between 1 March 2005 and 31 August 2005.