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At a glance
This 2004 Vauxhall Astra Petrol 1598cc has had 6 MOT tests on record, passing 5 and failing once (83% pass rate). It has 145,307 miles on the clock, averaging 17,371 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 EX54 JXO
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Mileage Analysis
Above average| Latest reading | 145,307 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 5,122 |
| Average per year | 17,371 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 6 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 | EX54 JXO |
| Make | Vauxhall |
| Model | Astra |
| Colour | Blue |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1598cc |
| Year | 2004 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | EX — Chelmsford, Essex |
| Age identifier | 54 — September 2004 to February 2005 |
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About EX54 JXO
What car is EX54 JXO?
EX54 JXO is an blue Vauxhall Astra, petrol (1598cc). First registered in Chelmsford in 2004.
What is the mileage of EX54 JXO?
The last recorded mileage for EX54 JXO was 145,307 miles, recorded on 30 Dec 2011 during its most recent MOT test.
Has EX54 JXO passed its MOT?
EX54 JXO has had 6 MOT tests with an 83% pass rate (5 passes, 1 failure). It last passed on 30 Dec 2011.
Is EX54 JXO ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, EX54 JXO 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 EX54 JXO?
EX54 JXO is approximately 22 years old. Age identifier 54 means registered between 1 September 2004 and 28 February 2005.