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At a glance
This 2004 Vauxhall Astra Petrol 1796cc has had 17 MOT tests on record, passing 14 and failing 3 (82% pass rate). It has 81,869 miles on the clock, averaging 4,714 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 FN04 RZU
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Mileage Analysis
Low mileage| Latest reading | 81,869 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Average per year | 4,714 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 17 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 | FN04 RZU |
| Make | Vauxhall |
| Model | Astra |
| Colour | Silver |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1796cc |
| Year | 2004 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | FN — Nottingham, Forest and Fens |
| Age identifier | 04 — March 2004 to August 2004 |
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About FN04 RZU
What car is FN04 RZU?
FN04 RZU is an silver Vauxhall Astra, petrol (1796cc). First registered in Nottingham in 2004.
What is the mileage of FN04 RZU?
The last recorded mileage for FN04 RZU was 81,869 miles, recorded on 25 Mar 2019 during its most recent MOT test.
Has FN04 RZU passed its MOT?
FN04 RZU has had 17 MOT tests with an 82% pass rate (14 passes, 3 failures). It last passed on 25 Mar 2019.
Is FN04 RZU ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, FN04 RZU 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 FN04 RZU?
FN04 RZU is approximately 22 years old. Age identifier 04 means registered between 1 March 2004 and 31 August 2004.