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At a glance
This 2004 Vauxhall Astra Diesel 1686cc has had 21 MOT tests on record, passing 17 and failing 4 (81% pass rate). It has 179,143 miles on the clock, averaging 9,920 miles per year, above the UK average of 7,400. Common Vauxhall Astra issues include central locking door mechanism and passenger compartment wiring connectors.
MOT & Mileage History for AO54 ASU
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Above average| Latest reading | 179,143 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 8 |
| Average per year | 9,920 |
| Mileage consistency | Consistent |
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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 | AO54 ASU |
| Make | Vauxhall |
| Model | Astra |
| Colour | Black |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1686cc |
| Year | 2004 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | AO — Norwich, Anglia |
| Age identifier | 54 — September 2004 to February 2005 |
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About AO54 ASU
What car is AO54 ASU?
AO54 ASU is an black Vauxhall Astra, diesel (1686cc). First registered in Norwich in 2004.
What is the mileage of AO54 ASU?
The last recorded mileage for AO54 ASU was 179,143 miles, recorded on 1 Nov 2023 during its most recent MOT test.
Has AO54 ASU passed its MOT?
AO54 ASU has had 21 MOT tests with an 81% pass rate (17 passes, 4 failures). It last passed on 1 Nov 2023.
Is AO54 ASU ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, AO54 ASU is likely not ULEZ compliant. As a diesel vehicle registered in 2004, it typically does not meet the Euro 6 emission standard required. This is an estimate — confirm with TfL's ULEZ checker.
How old is AO54 ASU?
AO54 ASU is approximately 22 years old. Age identifier 54 means registered between 1 September 2004 and 28 February 2005.