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AP04 ETA

2004 Vauxhall Astra · Petrol · 2198cc

Orange Registered in Norwich, Anglia · 22 years old

Vehicle summary

MakeVauxhall
ModelAstra
Year2004
FuelPetrol
Engine2198cc
ColourOrange
ULEZ (est.)Likely Non-compliantPetrol pre-2006
Est. Annual Tax£265–£630

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 2004 Vauxhall Astra Petrol 2198cc has had 14 MOT tests on record, passing 8 and failing 6 (57% pass rate). It has 90,328 miles on the clock, averaging 8,023 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 AP04 ETA

MOT Status
Due date passed
90,328
Last Mileage
Recorded
14
Total Tests
Since 2007
57%
Pass Rate
8 passed, 6 failed

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

6

MOT failures recorded

Out of 14 tests on record
8,023

Average miles/year

Around UK average of 7,400
4

Gaps in MOT history

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

Mileage Analysis

About average
Latest reading90,328 miles
Reading date
Miles last year20
Average per year8,023
Mileage consistencyVariable
Mileage over time for AP04 ETA 22k39k56k73k90k '07'16'12

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Full MOT Test History 14 tests on record

PASS
Mileage90,328 miles
Since last MOT+20 miles
FAIL
Mileage90,308 miles
Since last MOT+1,302 miles
FAIL
Mileage89,006 miles
Since last MOT+6,641 miles
PASS
Mileage82,365 miles
Since last MOT+15 miles
FAIL
Mileage82,350 miles
Since last MOT+6,330 miles
PASS
Mileage76,020 miles
Since last MOT+14 miles
FAIL
Mileage76,006 miles
Since last MOT+4,424 miles
PASS
Mileage71,582 miles
Since last MOT+13 miles
FAIL
Mileage71,569 miles
Since last MOT+14,111 miles
PASS
Mileage57,458 miles
Since last MOT+12,394 miles
PASS
Mileage45,064 miles
Since last MOT+57 miles
FAIL
Mileage45,007 miles
Since last MOT+10,717 miles
PASS
Mileage34,290 miles
Since last MOT+12,627 miles
PASS
Mileage21,663 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

RegistrationAP04 ETA
MakeVauxhall
ModelAstra
ColourOrange
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2198cc
Year2004
First registered
Area codeAP — Norwich, Anglia
Age identifier04 — March 2004 to August 2004

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About AP04 ETA

What car is AP04 ETA?

AP04 ETA is an orange Vauxhall Astra, petrol (2198cc). First registered in Norwich in 2004.

What is the mileage of AP04 ETA?

The last recorded mileage for AP04 ETA was 90,328 miles, recorded on 6 Feb 2016 during its most recent MOT test.

Has AP04 ETA passed its MOT?

AP04 ETA has had 14 MOT tests with a 57% pass rate (8 passes, 6 failures). It last passed on 6 Feb 2016.

Is AP04 ETA ULEZ compliant?

Based on its fuel type and registration year, AP04 ETA 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 ETA?

AP04 ETA is approximately 22 years old. Age identifier 04 means registered between 1 March 2004 and 31 August 2004.