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WF05 FGU

2005 Vauxhall Astra · Petrol · 1598cc

Silver Registered in Exeter, West of England · 21 years old

Vehicle summary

MakeVauxhall
ModelAstra
Year2005
FuelPetrol
Engine1598cc
ColourSilver
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 19 MOT tests on record, passing 13 and failing 6 (68% pass rate). It has 111,333 miles on the clock, averaging 6,717 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 WF05 FGU

MOT Status
Due date passed
111,333
Last Mileage
Recorded
19
Total Tests
Since 2008
68%
Pass Rate
13 passed, 6 failed

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

6

MOT failures recorded

Out of 19 tests on record
6,717

Average miles/year

Below UK average of 7,400
3

Gaps in MOT history

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

Mileage Analysis

Below average
Latest reading111,333 miles
Reading date
Miles last year1
Average per year6,717
Mileage consistencyVariable
Mileage over time for WF05 FGU 23k45k67k89k111k '08'21'16

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Full MOT Test History 19 tests on record

PASS
Mileage111,333 miles
Since last MOT+1 miles
FAIL
Mileage111,332 miles
Since last MOT+5 miles
FAIL
Mileage111,327 miles
Since last MOT+4,840 miles
PASS
Mileage106,487 miles
Since last MOT+2 miles
FAIL
Mileage106,485 miles
Since last MOT+4,522 miles
PASS
Mileage101,963 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage101,963 miles
Since last MOT+2,015 miles
PASS
Mileage99,948 miles
Since last MOT+2,641 miles
PASS
Mileage97,307 miles
Since last MOT+1,812 miles
PASS
Mileage95,495 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage95,495 miles
Since last MOT+2,283 miles
PASS
Mileage93,212 miles
Since last MOT+2,357 miles
FAIL
Mileage90,855 miles
Since last MOT+3,031 miles
PASS
Mileage87,824 miles
Since last MOT+14,524 miles
PASS
Mileage73,300 miles
Since last MOT+12,003 miles
PASS
Mileage61,297 miles
Since last MOT+13,841 miles
PASS
Mileage47,456 miles
Since last MOT+11,806 miles
PASS
Mileage35,650 miles
Since last MOT+12,482 miles
PASS
Mileage23,168 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

RegistrationWF05 FGU
MakeVauxhall
ModelAstra
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1598cc
Year2005
First registered
Area codeWF — Exeter, West of England
Age identifier05 — March 2005 to August 2005

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About WF05 FGU

What car is WF05 FGU?

WF05 FGU is a silver Vauxhall Astra, petrol (1598cc). First registered in Exeter in 2005.

What is the mileage of WF05 FGU?

The last recorded mileage for WF05 FGU was 111,333 miles, recorded on 7 May 2021 during its most recent MOT test.

Has WF05 FGU passed its MOT?

WF05 FGU has had 19 MOT tests with a 68% pass rate (13 passes, 6 failures). It last passed on 7 May 2021.

Is WF05 FGU ULEZ compliant?

Based on its fuel type and registration year, WF05 FGU 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 WF05 FGU?

WF05 FGU is approximately 21 years old. Age identifier 05 means registered between 1 March 2005 and 31 August 2005.