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At a glance
This 2004 Vauxhall Astra Diesel 1686cc has had 11 MOT tests on record, passing 8 and failing 3 (73% pass rate). It has 131,433 miles on the clock, averaging 7,381 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 FL54 OAE
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Mileage Analysis
Below average| Latest reading | 131,433 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Average per year | 7,381 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 11 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 | FL54 OAE |
| Make | Vauxhall |
| Model | Astra |
| Colour | Blue |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1686cc |
| Year | 2004 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | FL — Nottingham, Forest and Fens |
| Age identifier | 54 — September 2004 to February 2005 |
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About FL54 OAE
What car is FL54 OAE?
FL54 OAE is an blue Vauxhall Astra, diesel (1686cc). First registered in Nottingham in 2004.
What is the mileage of FL54 OAE?
The last recorded mileage for FL54 OAE was 131,433 miles, recorded on 25 Jan 2017 during its most recent MOT test.
Has FL54 OAE passed its MOT?
FL54 OAE has had 11 MOT tests with a 73% pass rate (8 passes, 3 failures). It last passed on 25 Jan 2017.
Is FL54 OAE ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, FL54 OAE 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 FL54 OAE?
FL54 OAE is approximately 22 years old. Age identifier 54 means registered between 1 September 2004 and 28 February 2005.