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MK54 BZX

2004 Vauxhall Astra · Petrol · 1796cc

Black Registered in Manchester, Manchester and Merseyside · 22 years old

Vehicle summary

MakeVauxhall
ModelAstra
Year2004
FuelPetrol
Engine1796cc
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 1796cc has had 12 MOT tests on record, passing 10 and failing 2 (83% pass rate). It has 103,558 miles on the clock, averaging 6,142 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 MK54 BZX

MOT Status
Due date passed
103,558
Last Mileage
Recorded
12
Total Tests
Since 2007
83%
Pass Rate
10 passed, 2 failed

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

2

MOT failures recorded

Out of 12 tests on record
6,142

Average miles/year

Below UK average of 7,400
1

Gap in MOT history

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

Mileage Analysis

Below average
Latest reading103,558 miles
Reading date
Miles last year2,992
Average per year6,142
Mileage consistencyVariable
Mileage over time for MK54 BZX 46k60k75k89k104k '07'17'12

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Full MOT Test History 12 tests on record

PASS
Mileage103,558 miles
Since last MOT+2,992 miles
PASS
Mileage100,566 miles
Since last MOT+2,496 miles
PASS
Mileage98,070 miles
Since last MOT+3,560 miles
PASS
Mileage94,510 miles
Since last MOT+2,917 miles
PASS
Mileage91,593 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage91,593 miles
Since last MOT+3,059 miles
PASS
Mileage88,534 miles
Since last MOT+4,950 miles
PASS
Mileage83,584 miles
Since last MOT+11,785 miles
PASS
Mileage71,799 miles
Since last MOT+327 miles
FAIL
Mileage71,472 miles
Since last MOT+13,283 miles
PASS
Mileage58,189 miles
Since last MOT+12,575 miles
PASS
Mileage45,614 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

RegistrationMK54 BZX
MakeVauxhall
ModelAstra
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1796cc
Year2004
First registered
Area codeMK — Manchester, Manchester and Merseyside
Age identifier54 — September 2004 to February 2005

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About MK54 BZX

What car is MK54 BZX?

MK54 BZX is an black Vauxhall Astra, petrol (1796cc). First registered in Manchester in 2004.

What is the mileage of MK54 BZX?

The last recorded mileage for MK54 BZX was 103,558 miles, recorded on 4 Mar 2017 during its most recent MOT test.

Has MK54 BZX passed its MOT?

MK54 BZX has had 12 MOT tests with an 83% pass rate (10 passes, 2 failures). It last passed on 4 Mar 2017.

Is MK54 BZX ULEZ compliant?

Based on its fuel type and registration year, MK54 BZX 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 MK54 BZX?

MK54 BZX is approximately 22 years old. Age identifier 54 means registered between 1 September 2004 and 28 February 2005.