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At a glance
This 2004 Vauxhall Astra Diesel 1686cc has had 15 MOT tests on record, passing 10 and failing 5 (67% pass rate). It has 141,767 miles on the clock, averaging 7,359 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 FE54 LCW
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Mileage Analysis
Below average| Latest reading | 141,767 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 7,441 |
| Average per year | 7,359 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 15 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 | FE54 LCW |
| Make | Vauxhall |
| Model | Astra |
| Colour | Black |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1686cc |
| Year | 2004 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | FE — Nottingham, Forest and Fens |
| Age identifier | 54 — September 2004 to February 2005 |
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About FE54 LCW
What car is FE54 LCW?
FE54 LCW is an black Vauxhall Astra, diesel (1686cc). First registered in Nottingham in 2004.
What is the mileage of FE54 LCW?
The last recorded mileage for FE54 LCW was 141,767 miles, recorded on 21 Jan 2017 during its most recent MOT test.
Has FE54 LCW passed its MOT?
FE54 LCW has had 15 MOT tests with a 67% pass rate (10 passes, 5 failures). It last passed on 21 Jan 2017.
Is FE54 LCW ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, FE54 LCW is likely not ULEZ compliant. As a diesel vehicle registered in 2004, it typically does not meet the Euro 6 emission standard required. This is an estimate — confirm with TfL's ULEZ checker.
How old is FE54 LCW?
FE54 LCW is approximately 22 years old. Age identifier 54 means registered between 1 September 2004 and 28 February 2005.