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At a glance
This 2004 Vauxhall Astra Diesel 1686cc has had 22 MOT tests on record, passing 14 and failing 8 (64% pass rate). It has 156,804 miles on the clock, averaging 8,356 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 FJ54 HYP
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Mileage Analysis
About average| Latest reading | 156,804 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Average per year | 8,356 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 22 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 | FJ54 HYP |
| Make | Vauxhall |
| Model | Astra |
| Colour | Red |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1686cc |
| Year | 2004 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | FJ — Nottingham, Forest and Fens |
| Age identifier | 54 — September 2004 to February 2005 |
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About FJ54 HYP
What car is FJ54 HYP?
FJ54 HYP is an red Vauxhall Astra, diesel (1686cc). First registered in Nottingham in 2004.
What is the mileage of FJ54 HYP?
The last recorded mileage for FJ54 HYP was 156,804 miles, recorded on 1 Nov 2021 during its most recent MOT test.
Has FJ54 HYP passed its MOT?
FJ54 HYP has had 22 MOT tests with a 64% pass rate (14 passes, 8 failures). It last passed on 1 Nov 2021.
Is FJ54 HYP ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, FJ54 HYP 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 FJ54 HYP?
FJ54 HYP is approximately 22 years old. Age identifier 54 means registered between 1 September 2004 and 28 February 2005.