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At a glance
This 2004 Vauxhall Astra Diesel 1686cc has had 23 MOT tests on record, passing 17 and failing 6 (74% pass rate). It has 154,525 miles on the clock, averaging 6,441 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 AY04 SYF
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Mileage Analysis
Below average| Latest reading | 154,525 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | -2,561 |
| Average per year | 6,441 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 23 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 | AY04 SYF |
| Make | Vauxhall |
| Model | Astra |
| Colour | Silver |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1686cc |
| Year | 2004 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | AY — Ipswich, Anglia |
| Age identifier | 04 — March 2004 to August 2004 |
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About AY04 SYF
What car is AY04 SYF?
AY04 SYF is an silver Vauxhall Astra, diesel (1686cc). First registered in Ipswich in 2004.
What is the mileage of AY04 SYF?
The last recorded mileage for AY04 SYF was 154,525 miles, recorded on 7 Jan 2023 during its most recent MOT test.
Has AY04 SYF passed its MOT?
AY04 SYF has had 23 MOT tests with a 74% pass rate (17 passes, 6 failures). It last passed on 7 Jan 2023.
Is AY04 SYF ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, AY04 SYF 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 AY04 SYF?
AY04 SYF is approximately 22 years old. Age identifier 04 means registered between 1 March 2004 and 31 August 2004.