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At a glance
This 2004 Vauxhall Astra Petrol 1598cc has had 14 MOT tests on record, passing 13 and failing once (93% pass rate). It has 69,330 miles on the clock, averaging 4,547 miles per year, well 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 BC04 UVH
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Mileage Analysis
Low mileage| Latest reading | 69,330 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 4,120 |
| Average per year | 4,547 |
| Mileage consistency | Consistent |
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Full MOT Test History 14 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 | BC04 UVH |
| Make | Vauxhall |
| Model | Astra |
| Colour | Silver |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1598cc |
| Year | 2004 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | BC — Birmingham, Birmingham |
| Age identifier | 04 — March 2004 to August 2004 |
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About BC04 UVH
What car is BC04 UVH?
BC04 UVH is a silver Vauxhall Astra, petrol (1598cc). First registered in Birmingham in 2004.
What is the mileage of BC04 UVH?
The last recorded mileage for BC04 UVH was 69,330 miles, recorded on 22 Jul 2019 during its most recent MOT test.
Has BC04 UVH passed its MOT?
BC04 UVH has had 14 MOT tests with an 93% pass rate (13 passes, 1 failure). It last passed on 22 Jul 2019.
Is BC04 UVH ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, BC04 UVH 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 BC04 UVH?
BC04 UVH is approximately 22 years old. Age identifier 04 means registered between 1 March 2004 and 31 August 2004.