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EF54 OLE

2004 Vauxhall Astra · Petrol · 2198cc

Blue Registered in Chelmsford, Essex · 22 years old

Vehicle summary

MakeVauxhall
ModelAstra
Year2004
FuelPetrol
Engine2198cc
ColourBlue
ULEZ (est.)Likely Non-compliantPetrol pre-2006
Est. Annual Tax£265–£630

ULEZ status is estimated based on fuel type and registration year. It may not reflect the actual emission standard of this vehicle. Check with TfL for a definitive answer.

At a glance

This 2004 Vauxhall Astra Petrol 2198cc has had 16 MOT tests on record, passing 10 and failing 6 (63% pass rate). It has 112,200 miles on the clock, averaging 7,657 miles per year, around the UK average of 7,400. Common Vauxhall Astra issues include central locking door mechanism and passenger compartment wiring connectors.

MOT & Mileage History for EF54 OLE

MOT Status
Due date passed
112,200
Last Mileage
Recorded
16
Total Tests
Since 2007
63%
Pass Rate
10 passed, 6 failed

Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.

6

MOT failures recorded

Out of 16 tests on record
7,657

Average miles/year

Around UK average of 7,400
1

Gap in MOT history

Periods with no valid MOT — may have been SORN or untaxed

Mileage Analysis

About average
Latest reading112,200 miles
Reading date
Miles last year9,332
Average per year7,657
Mileage consistencyVariable
Mileage over time for EF54 OLE 37k56k75k93k112k '07'17'12

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Full MOT Test History 16 tests on record

PASS
Mileage112,200 miles
Since last MOT+9,332 miles
PASS
Mileage102,868 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage102,868 miles
Since last MOT+700 miles
PASS
Mileage102,168 miles
Since last MOT+1 miles
FAIL
Mileage102,167 miles
Since last MOT+2,876 miles
PASS
Mileage99,291 miles
Since last MOT+3,430 miles
PASS
Mileage95,861 miles
Since last MOT+3,789 miles
PASS
Mileage92,072 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage92,072 miles
Since last MOT+11,596 miles
PASS
Mileage80,476 miles
Since last MOT+1 miles
FAIL
Mileage80,475 miles
Since last MOT+9,600 miles
PASS
Mileage70,875 miles
Since last MOT+11,023 miles
FAIL
Mileage59,852 miles
PASS
Mileage489,701 miles
Since last MOT+440,731 miles
FAIL
Mileage48,970 miles
Since last MOT+11,735 miles
PASS
Mileage37,235 miles

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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

RegistrationEF54 OLE
MakeVauxhall
ModelAstra
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2198cc
Year2004
First registered
Area codeEF — Chelmsford, Essex
Age identifier54 — September 2004 to February 2005

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About EF54 OLE

What car is EF54 OLE?

EF54 OLE is an blue Vauxhall Astra, petrol (2198cc). First registered in Chelmsford in 2004.

What is the mileage of EF54 OLE?

The last recorded mileage for EF54 OLE was 112,200 miles, recorded on 10 Aug 2017 during its most recent MOT test.

Has EF54 OLE passed its MOT?

EF54 OLE has had 16 MOT tests with a 63% pass rate (10 passes, 6 failures). It last passed on 10 Aug 2017.

Is EF54 OLE ULEZ compliant?

Based on its fuel type and registration year, EF54 OLE 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 EF54 OLE?

EF54 OLE is approximately 22 years old. Age identifier 54 means registered between 1 September 2004 and 28 February 2005.