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KP05 FWL

2005 Vauxhall Astra · Petrol · 1598cc

Blue Registered in Luton, Luton and Northampton · 21 years old

Vehicle summary

MakeVauxhall
ModelAstra
Year2005
FuelPetrol
Engine1598cc
ColourBlue
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 9 MOT tests on record, passing 8 and failing once (89% pass rate). It has 70,360 miles on the clock, averaging 5,732 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 KP05 FWL

MOT Status
Due date passed
70,360
Last Mileage
Recorded
9
Total Tests
Since 2008
89%
Pass Rate
8 passed, 1 failed

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

1

MOT failure recorded

Out of 9 tests on record
5,732

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 reading70,360 miles
Reading date
Average per year5,732
Mileage consistencyConsistent
Mileage over time for KP05 FWL 30k40k50k60k70k '08'15'12

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Full MOT Test History 9 tests on record

PASS
Mileage70,360 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage70,360 miles
Since last MOT+5,549 miles
PASS
Mileage64,811 miles
Since last MOT+7,516 miles
PASS
Mileage57,295 miles
Since last MOT+3,852 miles
PASS
Mileage53,443 miles
Since last MOT+4,917 miles
PASS
Mileage48,526 miles
Since last MOT+5,148 miles
PASS
Mileage43,378 miles
Since last MOT+5,769 miles
PASS
Mileage37,609 miles
Since last MOT+7,836 miles
PASS
Mileage29,773 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

RegistrationKP05 FWL
MakeVauxhall
ModelAstra
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1598cc
Year2005
First registered
Area codeKP — Luton, Luton and Northampton
Age identifier05 — March 2005 to August 2005

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About KP05 FWL

What car is KP05 FWL?

KP05 FWL is a blue Vauxhall Astra, petrol (1598cc). First registered in Luton in 2005.

What is the mileage of KP05 FWL?

The last recorded mileage for KP05 FWL was 70,360 miles, recorded on 2 Jun 2015 during its most recent MOT test.

Has KP05 FWL passed its MOT?

KP05 FWL has had 9 MOT tests with an 89% pass rate (8 passes, 1 failure). It last passed on 2 Jun 2015.

Is KP05 FWL ULEZ compliant?

Based on its fuel type and registration year, KP05 FWL 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 KP05 FWL?

KP05 FWL is approximately 21 years old. Age identifier 05 means registered between 1 March 2005 and 31 August 2005.