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EO54 EMV

2004 Vauxhall Astra · Petrol · 1389cc

Red Registered in Chelmsford, Essex · 22 years old

Vehicle summary

MakeVauxhall
ModelAstra
Year2004
FuelPetrol
Engine1389cc
ColourRed
ULEZ (est.)Likely Non-compliantPetrol pre-2006
Est. Annual Tax£130–£165

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 1389cc has had 14 MOT tests on record, passing 10 and failing 4 (71% pass rate). It has 109,634 miles on the clock, averaging 7,481 miles per year, around the UK average of 7,400. The 1.4 16v engine is known for timing belt, tensioner, and idler pulleys. Common Vauxhall Astra issues include central locking door mechanism and passenger compartment wiring connectors.

MOT & Mileage History for EO54 EMV

MOT Status
Due date passed
109,634
Last Mileage
Recorded
14
Total Tests
Since 2007
71%
Pass Rate
10 passed, 4 failed

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

4

MOT failures recorded

Out of 14 tests on record
7,481

Average miles/year

Around UK average of 7,400
2

Gaps in MOT history

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

Mileage Analysis

About average
Latest reading109,634 miles
Reading date
Miles last year3
Average per year7,481
Mileage consistencyVariable
Mileage over time for EO54 EMV 34k53k72k91k110k '07'17'14

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Full MOT Test History 14 tests on record

PASS
Mileage109,634 miles
Since last MOT+3 miles
FAIL
Mileage109,631 miles
Since last MOT+11,560 miles
PASS
Mileage98,071 miles
Since last MOT+9 miles
FAIL
Mileage98,062 miles
Since last MOT+7,540 miles
PASS
Mileage90,522 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage90,522 miles
Since last MOT+15,592 miles
PASS
Mileage74,930 miles
Since last MOT+15,529 miles
PASS
Mileage59,401 miles
Since last MOT+6,401 miles
PASS
Mileage53,000 miles
Since last MOT+11,579 miles
PASS
Mileage41,421 miles
Since last MOT+16,375 miles
PASS
Mileage25,046 miles
Since last MOT+16,453 miles
PASS
Mileage8,593 miles
FAIL
Mileage49,587 miles
Since last MOT+15,392 miles
PASS
Mileage34,195 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).

Timing belt, tensioner, and idler pulleys

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEO54 EMV
MakeVauxhall
ModelAstra
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1389cc
Year2004
First registered
Area codeEO — Chelmsford, Essex
Age identifier54 — September 2004 to February 2005

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About EO54 EMV

What car is EO54 EMV?

EO54 EMV is an red Vauxhall Astra, petrol (1389cc). First registered in Chelmsford in 2004.

What is the mileage of EO54 EMV?

The last recorded mileage for EO54 EMV was 109,634 miles, recorded on 30 Sep 2017 during its most recent MOT test.

Has EO54 EMV passed its MOT?

EO54 EMV has had 14 MOT tests with a 71% pass rate (10 passes, 4 failures). It last passed on 30 Sep 2017.

Is EO54 EMV ULEZ compliant?

Based on its fuel type and registration year, EO54 EMV 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 EO54 EMV?

EO54 EMV is approximately 22 years old. Age identifier 54 means registered between 1 September 2004 and 28 February 2005.