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At a glance
This 2004 Vauxhall Astra Petrol 1598cc has had 20 MOT tests on record, passing 14 and failing 6 (70% pass rate). It has 100,606 miles on the clock, averaging 5,831 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 DC04 BYF
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Mileage Analysis
Below average| Latest reading | 100,606 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 1 |
| Average per year | 5,831 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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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 | DC04 BYF |
| Make | Vauxhall |
| Model | Astra |
| Colour | Silver |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1598cc |
| Year | 2004 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | DC — Chester, Deeside to Shrewsbury |
| Age identifier | 04 — March 2004 to August 2004 |
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About DC04 BYF
What car is DC04 BYF?
DC04 BYF is a silver Vauxhall Astra, petrol (1598cc). First registered in Chester in 2004.
What is the mileage of DC04 BYF?
The last recorded mileage for DC04 BYF was 100,606 miles, recorded on 30 Oct 2020 during its most recent MOT test.
Has DC04 BYF passed its MOT?
DC04 BYF has had 20 MOT tests with a 70% pass rate (14 passes, 6 failures). It last passed on 30 Oct 2020.
Is DC04 BYF ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, DC04 BYF 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 DC04 BYF?
DC04 BYF is approximately 22 years old. Age identifier 04 means registered between 1 March 2004 and 31 August 2004.