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At a glance
This 2004 Vauxhall Astra Petrol 1598cc has had 8 MOT tests on record, passing 7 and failing once (88% pass rate). It has 97,654 miles on the clock, averaging 8,775 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 AX04 YFY
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Mileage Analysis
About average| Latest reading | 97,654 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 3,725 |
| Average per year | 8,775 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 8 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 | AX04 YFY |
| Make | Vauxhall |
| Model | Astra |
| Colour | Blue |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1598cc |
| Year | 2004 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | AX — Ipswich, Anglia |
| Age identifier | 04 — March 2004 to August 2004 |
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About AX04 YFY
What car is AX04 YFY?
AX04 YFY is an blue Vauxhall Astra, petrol (1598cc). First registered in Ipswich in 2004.
What is the mileage of AX04 YFY?
The last recorded mileage for AX04 YFY was 97,654 miles, recorded on 14 Sep 2013 during its most recent MOT test.
Has AX04 YFY passed its MOT?
AX04 YFY has had 8 MOT tests with an 88% pass rate (7 passes, 1 failure). It last passed on 14 Sep 2013.
Is AX04 YFY ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, AX04 YFY 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 AX04 YFY?
AX04 YFY is approximately 22 years old. Age identifier 04 means registered between 1 March 2004 and 31 August 2004.