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FY05 VVL

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 13 MOT tests on record, passing 12 and failing once (92% pass rate). It has 107,436 miles on the clock, averaging 7,924 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 FY05 VVL

MOT Status
Due date passed
107,436
Last Mileage
Recorded
13
Total Tests
Since 2008
92%
Pass Rate
12 passed, 1 failed

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

1

MOT failure recorded

Out of 13 tests on record
7,924

Average miles/year

Around UK average of 7,400
0

Gaps in MOT history

No gaps detected in MOT coverage

Mileage Analysis

About average
Latest reading107,436 miles
Reading date
Miles last year9,328
Average per year7,924
Mileage consistencyVariable
Mileage over time for FY05 VVL 20k42k64k86k107k '08'19'13

Check FY05 VVL

Full MOT Test History 13 tests on record

PASS
Mileage107,436 miles
Since last MOT+9,328 miles
PASS
Mileage98,108 miles
Since last MOT+8,062 miles
PASS
Mileage90,046 miles
Since last MOT+8,816 miles
PASS
Mileage81,230 miles
Since last MOT+11,178 miles
PASS
Mileage70,052 miles
Since last MOT+15,751 miles
PASS
Mileage54,301 miles
Since last MOT+8,578 miles
PASS
Mileage45,723 miles
Since last MOT+3,219 miles
PASS
Mileage42,504 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage42,504 miles
Since last MOT+6,563 miles
PASS
Mileage35,941 miles
Since last MOT+4,437 miles
PASS
Mileage31,504 miles
Since last MOT+6,198 miles
PASS
Mileage25,306 miles
Since last MOT+5,533 miles
PASS
Mileage19,773 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 VVL
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 VVL

What car is FY05 VVL?

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

What is the mileage of FY05 VVL?

The last recorded mileage for FY05 VVL was 107,436 miles, recorded on 27 Apr 2019 during its most recent MOT test.

Has FY05 VVL passed its MOT?

FY05 VVL has had 13 MOT tests with an 92% pass rate (12 passes, 1 failure). It last passed on 27 Apr 2019.

Is FY05 VVL ULEZ compliant?

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

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