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At a glance
This 2004 Vauxhall Astra Petrol 1598cc has had 18 MOT tests on record, passing 14 and failing 4 (78% pass rate). It has 78,671 miles on the clock, averaging 4,160 miles per year, well 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 FC04 KXP
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Low mileage| Latest reading | 78,671 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Average per year | 4,160 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 18 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 | FC04 KXP |
| Make | Vauxhall |
| Model | Astra |
| Colour | Red |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1598cc |
| Year | 2004 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | FC — Nottingham, Forest and Fens |
| Age identifier | 04 — March 2004 to August 2004 |
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About FC04 KXP
What car is FC04 KXP?
FC04 KXP is an red Vauxhall Astra, petrol (1598cc). First registered in Nottingham in 2004.
What is the mileage of FC04 KXP?
The last recorded mileage for FC04 KXP was 78,671 miles, recorded on 24 Apr 2023 during its most recent MOT test.
Has FC04 KXP passed its MOT?
FC04 KXP has had 18 MOT tests with a 78% pass rate (14 passes, 4 failures). It last passed on 24 Apr 2023.
Is FC04 KXP ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, FC04 KXP 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 FC04 KXP?
FC04 KXP is approximately 22 years old. Age identifier 04 means registered between 1 March 2004 and 31 August 2004.