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At a glance
This 2005 Vauxhall Astra Diesel 1686cc has had 15 MOT tests on record, passing 9 and failing 6 (60% pass rate). It has 121,818 miles on the clock, averaging 9,356 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 FT05 DLK
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Mileage Analysis
Above average| Latest reading | 121,818 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Average per year | 9,356 |
| Mileage consistency | Consistent |
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Full MOT Test History 15 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 | FT05 DLK |
| Make | Vauxhall |
| Model | Astra |
| Colour | Silver |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1686cc |
| Year | 2005 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | FT — Lincoln, Forest and Fens |
| Age identifier | 05 — March 2005 to August 2005 |
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About FT05 DLK
What car is FT05 DLK?
FT05 DLK is an silver Vauxhall Astra, diesel (1686cc). First registered in Lincoln in 2005.
What is the mileage of FT05 DLK?
The last recorded mileage for FT05 DLK was 121,818 miles, recorded on 13 Oct 2016 during its most recent MOT test.
Has FT05 DLK passed its MOT?
FT05 DLK has had 15 MOT tests with a 60% pass rate (9 passes, 6 failures). It last passed on 13 Oct 2016.
Is FT05 DLK ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, FT05 DLK 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 FT05 DLK?
FT05 DLK is approximately 21 years old. Age identifier 05 means registered between 1 March 2005 and 31 August 2005.