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AW04 KTJ

2004 Vauxhall Astra · Petrol · 1598cc

Silver Registered in Ipswich, Anglia · 22 years old

Vehicle summary

MakeVauxhall
ModelAstra
Year2004
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 2004 Vauxhall Astra Petrol 1598cc has had 7 MOT tests on record, passing 5 and failing 2 (71% pass rate). It has 88,963 miles on the clock, averaging 10,945 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 AW04 KTJ

MOT Status
Due date passed
88,963
Last Mileage
Recorded
7
Total Tests
Since 2007
71%
Pass Rate
5 passed, 2 failed

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

2

MOT failures recorded

Out of 7 tests on record
10,945

Average miles/year

Above UK average of 7,400
1

Gap in MOT history

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

Mileage Analysis

Above average
Latest reading88,963 miles
Reading date
Miles last year11,605
Average per year10,945
Mileage consistencyConsistent
Mileage over time for AW04 KTJ 32k46k61k75k89k '07'12'10

Check AW04 KTJ

Full MOT Test History 7 tests on record

FAIL
Mileage88,963 miles
Since last MOT+11,605 miles
PASS
Mileage77,358 miles
Since last MOT+5 miles
FAIL
Mileage77,353 miles
Since last MOT+10,994 miles
PASS
Mileage66,359 miles
Since last MOT+13,170 miles
PASS
Mileage53,189 miles
Since last MOT+11,342 miles
PASS
Mileage41,847 miles
Since last MOT+9,612 miles
PASS
Mileage32,235 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

RegistrationAW04 KTJ
MakeVauxhall
ModelAstra
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1598cc
Year2004
First registered
Area codeAW — Ipswich, Anglia
Age identifier04 — March 2004 to August 2004

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About AW04 KTJ

What car is AW04 KTJ?

AW04 KTJ is an silver Vauxhall Astra, petrol (1598cc). First registered in Ipswich in 2004.

What is the mileage of AW04 KTJ?

The last recorded mileage for AW04 KTJ was 88,963 miles, recorded on 14 Sep 2012 during its most recent MOT test.

Has AW04 KTJ passed its MOT?

AW04 KTJ has had 7 MOT tests with a 71% pass rate (5 passes, 2 failures). It last was tested on 14 Sep 2012.

Is AW04 KTJ ULEZ compliant?

Based on its fuel type and registration year, AW04 KTJ 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 AW04 KTJ?

AW04 KTJ is approximately 22 years old. Age identifier 04 means registered between 1 March 2004 and 31 August 2004.