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At a glance
This 2004 Vauxhall Astra Petrol 1598cc has had 17 MOT tests on record, passing 9 and failing 8 (53% pass rate). It has 124,515 miles on the clock, averaging 12,051 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 CE04 DPX
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Above average| Latest reading | 124,515 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Average per year | 12,051 |
| Mileage consistency | Consistent |
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Full MOT Test History 17 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 | CE04 DPX |
| Make | Vauxhall |
| Model | Astra |
| Colour | Blue |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1598cc |
| Year | 2004 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | CE — Cardiff, Cymru (Wales) |
| Age identifier | 04 — March 2004 to August 2004 |
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About CE04 DPX
What car is CE04 DPX?
CE04 DPX is a blue Vauxhall Astra, petrol (1598cc). First registered in Cardiff in 2004.
What is the mileage of CE04 DPX?
The last recorded mileage for CE04 DPX was 124,515 miles, recorded on 4 May 2016 during its most recent MOT test.
Has CE04 DPX passed its MOT?
CE04 DPX has had 17 MOT tests with a 53% pass rate (9 passes, 8 failures). It last passed on 4 May 2016.
Is CE04 DPX ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, CE04 DPX 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 CE04 DPX?
CE04 DPX is approximately 22 years old. Age identifier 04 means registered between 1 March 2004 and 31 August 2004.