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At a glance
This 2004 Vauxhall Astra Petrol 1598cc has had 18 MOT tests on record, passing 12 and failing 6 (67% pass rate). It has 91,411 miles on the clock, averaging 6,688 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 KX54 WAE
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Mileage Analysis
Below average| Latest reading | 91,411 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 924 |
| Average per year | 6,688 |
| 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 | KX54 WAE |
| Make | Vauxhall |
| Model | Astra |
| Colour | Blue |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1598cc |
| Year | 2004 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | KX — Luton, Luton and Northampton |
| Age identifier | 54 — September 2004 to February 2005 |
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About KX54 WAE
What car is KX54 WAE?
KX54 WAE is a blue Vauxhall Astra, petrol (1598cc). First registered in Luton in 2004.
What is the mileage of KX54 WAE?
The last recorded mileage for KX54 WAE was 91,411 miles, recorded on 5 Jul 2019 during its most recent MOT test.
Has KX54 WAE passed its MOT?
KX54 WAE has had 18 MOT tests with a 67% pass rate (12 passes, 6 failures). It last passed on 5 Jul 2019.
Is KX54 WAE ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, KX54 WAE 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 KX54 WAE?
KX54 WAE is approximately 22 years old. Age identifier 54 means registered between 1 September 2004 and 28 February 2005.