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At a glance
This 2004 Vauxhall Astra Petrol 1796cc has had 18 MOT tests on record, passing 17 and failing once (94% pass rate). It has 108,926 miles on the clock, averaging 6,563 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 GV04 XCN
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Below average| Latest reading | 108,926 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 7,710 |
| Average per year | 6,563 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 18 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 | GV04 XCN |
| Make | Vauxhall |
| Model | Astra |
| Colour | Gold |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1796cc |
| Year | 2004 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | GV — Brighton, Garden of England |
| Age identifier | 04 — March 2004 to August 2004 |
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About GV04 XCN
What car is GV04 XCN?
GV04 XCN is a gold Vauxhall Astra, petrol (1796cc). First registered in Brighton in 2004.
What is the mileage of GV04 XCN?
The last recorded mileage for GV04 XCN was 108,926 miles, recorded on 12 Jan 2023 during its most recent MOT test.
Has GV04 XCN passed its MOT?
GV04 XCN has had 18 MOT tests with an 94% pass rate (17 passes, 1 failure). It last passed on 12 Jan 2023.
Is GV04 XCN ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, GV04 XCN 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 GV04 XCN?
GV04 XCN is approximately 22 years old. Age identifier 04 means registered between 1 March 2004 and 31 August 2004.