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GR04 DLJ

2004 Vauxhall Astra · Petrol · 1598cc

Black Registered in Brighton, Garden of England · 22 years old

Vehicle summary

MakeVauxhall
ModelAstra
Year2004
FuelPetrol
Engine1598cc
ColourBlack
ULEZ (est.)Likely Non-compliantPetrol pre-2006
Est. Annual Tax£165–£265

ULEZ status is estimated based on fuel type and registration year. It may not reflect the actual emission standard of this vehicle. Check with TfL for a definitive answer.

At a glance

This 2004 Vauxhall Astra Petrol 1598cc has had 8 MOT tests on record, passing 6 and failing 2 (75% pass rate). It has 92,809 miles on the clock, averaging 9,655 miles per year, above the UK average of 7,400. Common Vauxhall Astra issues include central locking door mechanism and passenger compartment wiring connectors.

MOT & Mileage History for GR04 DLJ

MOT Status
Due date passed
92,809
Last Mileage
Recorded
8
Total Tests
Since 2007
75%
Pass Rate
6 passed, 2 failed

Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.

2

MOT failures recorded

Out of 8 tests on record
9,655

Average miles/year

Above UK average of 7,400
2

Gaps in MOT history

Periods with no valid MOT — may have been SORN or untaxed

Mileage Analysis

Above average
Latest reading92,809 miles
Reading date
Miles last year6,153
Average per year9,655
Mileage consistencyConsistent
Mileage over time for GR04 DLJ 32k47k62k78k93k '07'13'10

Check GR04 DLJ

Full MOT Test History 8 tests on record

PASS
Mileage92,809 miles
Since last MOT+6,153 miles
FAIL
Mileage86,656 miles
Since last MOT+9,322 miles
PASS
Mileage77,334 miles
Since last MOT+11,058 miles
PASS
Mileage66,276 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage66,276 miles
Since last MOT+8,841 miles
PASS
Mileage57,435 miles
Since last MOT+11,729 miles
PASS
Mileage45,706 miles
Since last MOT+13,983 miles
PASS
Mileage31,723 miles

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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

RegistrationGR04 DLJ
MakeVauxhall
ModelAstra
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1598cc
Year2004
First registered
Area codeGR — Brighton, Garden of England
Age identifier04 — March 2004 to August 2004

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About GR04 DLJ

What car is GR04 DLJ?

GR04 DLJ is a black Vauxhall Astra, petrol (1598cc). First registered in Brighton in 2004.

What is the mileage of GR04 DLJ?

The last recorded mileage for GR04 DLJ was 92,809 miles, recorded on 18 Sep 2013 during its most recent MOT test.

Has GR04 DLJ passed its MOT?

GR04 DLJ has had 8 MOT tests with a 75% pass rate (6 passes, 2 failures). It last passed on 18 Sep 2013.

Is GR04 DLJ ULEZ compliant?

Based on its fuel type and registration year, GR04 DLJ 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 GR04 DLJ?

GR04 DLJ is approximately 22 years old. Age identifier 04 means registered between 1 March 2004 and 31 August 2004.