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At a glance
This 2004 Vauxhall Astra Petrol 1598cc has had 1 MOT test on record, passing every one. It has 10,548 miles on the clock at the last MOT. Common Vauxhall Astra issues include central locking door mechanism and passenger compartment wiring connectors.
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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 | MJ04 HBU |
| Make | Vauxhall |
| Model | Astra |
| Colour | Silver |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1598cc |
| Year | 2004 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | MJ — Manchester, Manchester and Merseyside |
| Age identifier | 04 — March 2004 to August 2004 |
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About MJ04 HBU
What car is MJ04 HBU?
MJ04 HBU is an silver Vauxhall Astra, petrol (1598cc). First registered in Manchester in 2004.
What is the mileage of MJ04 HBU?
The last recorded mileage for MJ04 HBU was 10,548 miles, recorded on 7 Nov 2006 during its most recent MOT test.
Has MJ04 HBU passed its MOT?
MJ04 HBU has had 1 MOT tests with an 100% pass rate (1 pass, 0 failures). It last passed on 7 Nov 2006.
Is MJ04 HBU ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, MJ04 HBU 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 MJ04 HBU?
MJ04 HBU is approximately 22 years old. Age identifier 04 means registered between 1 March 2004 and 31 August 2004.