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At a glance
This 2004 Vauxhall Astra Petrol 1598cc has had 21 MOT tests on record, passing 14 and failing 7 (67% pass rate). It has 100,502 miles on the clock, averaging 6,181 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 AP04 CVZ
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Mileage Analysis
Below average| Latest reading | 100,502 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 1 |
| Average per year | 6,181 |
| 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 | AP04 CVZ |
| Make | Vauxhall |
| Model | Astra |
| Colour | Red |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1598cc |
| Year | 2004 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | AP — Norwich, Anglia |
| Age identifier | 04 — March 2004 to August 2004 |
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About AP04 CVZ
What car is AP04 CVZ?
AP04 CVZ is an red Vauxhall Astra, petrol (1598cc). First registered in Norwich in 2004.
What is the mileage of AP04 CVZ?
The last recorded mileage for AP04 CVZ was 100,502 miles, recorded on 7 Aug 2020 during its most recent MOT test.
Has AP04 CVZ passed its MOT?
AP04 CVZ has had 21 MOT tests with a 67% pass rate (14 passes, 7 failures). It last passed on 7 Aug 2020.
Is AP04 CVZ ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, AP04 CVZ is likely not ULEZ compliant. As a petrol vehicle registered in 2004, it typically does not meet the Euro 4 emission standard required. This is an estimate — confirm with TfL's ULEZ checker.
How old is AP04 CVZ?
AP04 CVZ is approximately 22 years old. Age identifier 04 means registered between 1 March 2004 and 31 August 2004.