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At a glance
This 2004 Vauxhall Astra Petrol 1598cc has had 14 MOT tests on record, passing 9 and failing 5 (64% pass rate). It has 116,693 miles on the clock, averaging 12,123 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 GU04 JWL
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Mileage Analysis
Above average| Latest reading | 116,693 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 4 |
| Average per year | 12,123 |
| Mileage consistency | Consistent |
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Full MOT Test History 14 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 | GU04 JWL |
| Make | Vauxhall |
| Model | Astra |
| Colour | Black |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1598cc |
| Year | 2004 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | GU — Brighton, Garden of England |
| Age identifier | 04 — March 2004 to August 2004 |
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About GU04 JWL
What car is GU04 JWL?
GU04 JWL is a black Vauxhall Astra, petrol (1598cc). First registered in Brighton in 2004.
What is the mileage of GU04 JWL?
The last recorded mileage for GU04 JWL was 116,693 miles, recorded on 30 Sep 2014 during its most recent MOT test.
Has GU04 JWL passed its MOT?
GU04 JWL has had 14 MOT tests with a 64% pass rate (9 passes, 5 failures). It last passed on 30 Sep 2014.
Is GU04 JWL ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, GU04 JWL 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 GU04 JWL?
GU04 JWL is approximately 22 years old. Age identifier 04 means registered between 1 March 2004 and 31 August 2004.