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At a glance
This 2004 Vauxhall Astra Petrol 1598cc has had 17 MOT tests on record, passing 14 and failing 3 (82% pass rate). It has 101,018 miles on the clock, averaging 6,792 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 DF04 WLR
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Mileage Analysis
Below average| Latest reading | 101,018 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 2,862 |
| Average per year | 6,792 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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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 | DF04 WLR |
| Make | Vauxhall |
| Model | Astra |
| Colour | Silver |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1598cc |
| Year | 2004 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | DF — Chester, Deeside to Shrewsbury |
| Age identifier | 04 — March 2004 to August 2004 |
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About DF04 WLR
What car is DF04 WLR?
DF04 WLR is a silver Vauxhall Astra, petrol (1598cc). First registered in Chester in 2004.
What is the mileage of DF04 WLR?
The last recorded mileage for DF04 WLR was 101,018 miles, recorded on 10 Oct 2020 during its most recent MOT test.
Has DF04 WLR passed its MOT?
DF04 WLR has had 17 MOT tests with an 82% pass rate (14 passes, 3 failures). It last passed on 10 Oct 2020.
Is DF04 WLR ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, DF04 WLR 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 DF04 WLR?
DF04 WLR is approximately 22 years old. Age identifier 04 means registered between 1 March 2004 and 31 August 2004.