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FY05 DCE

2005 Vauxhall Astra · Petrol · 1598cc

Black Registered in Lincoln, 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 6 MOT tests on record, passing 3 and failing 3 (50% pass rate). It has 61,973 miles on the clock, averaging 7,248 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 FY05 DCE

MOT Status
Due date passed
61,973
Last Mileage
Recorded
6
Total Tests
Since 2008
50%
Pass Rate
3 passed, 3 failed

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

3

MOT failures recorded

Out of 6 tests on record
7,248

Average miles/year

Below UK average of 7,400
1

Gap in MOT history

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

Mileage Analysis

Below average
Latest reading61,973 miles
Reading date
Average per year7,248
Mileage consistencyConsistent
Mileage over time for FY05 DCE 35k42k49k55k62k '08'11'10

Check FY05 DCE

Full MOT Test History 6 tests on record

PASS
Mileage61,973 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage61,973 miles
Since last MOT+7,628 miles
PASS
Mileage54,345 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage54,345 miles
Since last MOT+11,691 miles
PASS
Mileage42,654 miles
Since last MOT+7,473 miles
FAIL
Mileage35,181 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

RegistrationFY05 DCE
MakeVauxhall
ModelAstra
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1598cc
Year2005
First registered
Area codeFY — Lincoln, Forest and Fens
Age identifier05 — March 2005 to August 2005

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About FY05 DCE

What car is FY05 DCE?

FY05 DCE is an black Vauxhall Astra, petrol (1598cc). First registered in Lincoln in 2005.

What is the mileage of FY05 DCE?

The last recorded mileage for FY05 DCE was 61,973 miles, recorded on 28 Sep 2011 during its most recent MOT test.

Has FY05 DCE passed its MOT?

FY05 DCE has had 6 MOT tests with a 50% pass rate (3 passes, 3 failures). It last passed on 28 Sep 2011.

Is FY05 DCE ULEZ compliant?

Based on its fuel type and registration year, FY05 DCE 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 FY05 DCE?

FY05 DCE is approximately 21 years old. Age identifier 05 means registered between 1 March 2005 and 31 August 2005.