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GV54 TFN

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 22 MOT tests on record, passing 13 and failing 9 (59% pass rate). It has 149,543 miles on the clock, averaging 7,847 miles per year, around 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 TFN

MOT Status
Due date passed
149,543
Last Mileage
Recorded
22
Total Tests
Since 2007
59%
Pass Rate
13 passed, 9 failed

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

9

MOT failures recorded

Out of 22 tests on record
7,847

Average miles/year

Around UK average of 7,400
3

Gaps in MOT history

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

Mileage Analysis

About average
Latest reading149,543 miles
Reading date
Miles last year8,793
Average per year7,847
Mileage consistencyVariable
Mileage over time for GV54 TFN 34k63k92k121k150k '07'22'16

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Full MOT Test History 22 tests on record

PASS
Mileage149,543 miles
Since last MOT+8,793 miles
PASS
Mileage140,750 miles
Since last MOT+205 miles
FAIL
Mileage140,545 miles
Since last MOT+4,967 miles
PASS
Mileage135,578 miles
Since last MOT+6,377 miles
PASS
Mileage129,201 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage129,201 miles
Since last MOT+6,613 miles
PASS
Mileage122,588 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage122,588 miles
Since last MOT+2,149 miles
PASS
Mileage120,439 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage120,439 miles
Since last MOT+3,982 miles
PASS
Mileage116,457 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage116,457 miles
Since last MOT+5,595 miles
FAIL
Mileage110,862 miles
Since last MOT+8,056 miles
FAIL
Mileage102,806 miles
Since last MOT+17,021 miles
PASS
Mileage85,785 miles
Since last MOT+9,858 miles
PASS
Mileage75,927 miles
FAIL
Mileage75,972 miles
Since last MOT+11,207 miles
PASS
Mileage64,765 miles
PASS
Mileage65,113 miles
Since last MOT+18,579 miles
PASS
Mileage46,534 miles
Since last MOT+11,832 miles
FAIL
Mileage34,702 miles
Since last MOT+659 miles
PASS
Mileage34,043 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 TFN
MakeVauxhall
ModelAstra
ColourBlack
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 TFN

What car is GV54 TFN?

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

What is the mileage of GV54 TFN?

The last recorded mileage for GV54 TFN was 149,543 miles, recorded on 17 Aug 2022 during its most recent MOT test.

Has GV54 TFN passed its MOT?

GV54 TFN has had 22 MOT tests with a 59% pass rate (13 passes, 9 failures). It last passed on 17 Aug 2022.

Is GV54 TFN ULEZ compliant?

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

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