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GV54 TFJ

2004 Vauxhall Astra · Petrol · 1598cc

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

Vehicle summary

MakeVauxhall
ModelAstra
Year2004
FuelPetrol
Engine1598cc
ColourSilver
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 9 MOT tests on record, passing 5 and failing 4 (56% pass rate). It has 90,760 miles on the clock, averaging 9,496 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 GV54 TFJ

MOT Status
Due date passed
90,760
Last Mileage
Recorded
9
Total Tests
Since 2008
56%
Pass Rate
5 passed, 4 failed

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

4

MOT failures recorded

Out of 9 tests on record
9,496

Average miles/year

Above UK average of 7,400
1

Gap in MOT history

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

Mileage Analysis

Above average
Latest reading90,760 miles
Reading date
Miles last year7,279
Average per year9,496
Mileage consistencyVariable
Mileage over time for GV54 TFJ 40k52k65k78k91k '08'13'10

Check GV54 TFJ

Full MOT Test History 9 tests on record

PASS
Mileage90,760 miles
Since last MOT+7,279 miles
PASS
Mileage83,481 miles
Since last MOT+4,980 miles
PASS
Mileage78,501 miles
Since last MOT+7 miles
FAIL
Mileage78,494 miles
Since last MOT+5,298 miles
PASS
Mileage73,196 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage73,196 miles
Since last MOT+19,000 miles
PASS
Mileage54,196 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage54,196 miles
Since last MOT+14,626 miles
FAIL
Mileage39,570 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

RegistrationGV54 TFJ
MakeVauxhall
ModelAstra
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1598cc
Year2004
First registered
Area codeGV — Brighton, Garden of England
Age identifier54 — September 2004 to February 2005

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About GV54 TFJ

What car is GV54 TFJ?

GV54 TFJ is a silver Vauxhall Astra, petrol (1598cc). First registered in Brighton in 2004.

What is the mileage of GV54 TFJ?

The last recorded mileage for GV54 TFJ was 90,760 miles, recorded on 3 Jul 2013 during its most recent MOT test.

Has GV54 TFJ passed its MOT?

GV54 TFJ has had 9 MOT tests with a 56% pass rate (5 passes, 4 failures). It last passed on 3 Jul 2013.

Is GV54 TFJ ULEZ compliant?

Based on its fuel type and registration year, GV54 TFJ 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 GV54 TFJ?

GV54 TFJ is approximately 22 years old. Age identifier 54 means registered between 1 September 2004 and 28 February 2005.