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At a glance
This 2005 Vauxhall Astra Petrol 1598cc has had 21 MOT tests on record, passing 13 and failing 8 (62% pass rate). It has 129,169 miles on the clock, averaging 6,856 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 RRU
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Mileage Analysis
Below average| Latest reading | 129,169 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 171 |
| Average per year | 6,856 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 21 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 | FY05 RRU |
| Make | Vauxhall |
| Model | Astra |
| Colour | Silver |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1598cc |
| Year | 2005 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | FY — Lincoln, Forest and Fens |
| Age identifier | 05 — March 2005 to August 2005 |
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About FY05 RRU
What car is FY05 RRU?
FY05 RRU is an silver Vauxhall Astra, petrol (1598cc). First registered in Lincoln in 2005.
What is the mileage of FY05 RRU?
The last recorded mileage for FY05 RRU was 129,169 miles, recorded on 27 Aug 2021 during its most recent MOT test.
Has FY05 RRU passed its MOT?
FY05 RRU has had 21 MOT tests with a 62% pass rate (13 passes, 8 failures). It last was tested on 27 Aug 2021.
Is FY05 RRU ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, FY05 RRU 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 RRU?
FY05 RRU is approximately 21 years old. Age identifier 05 means registered between 1 March 2005 and 31 August 2005.