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ML04 FNU

2004 Vauxhall Astra · Petrol · 1598cc

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

Vehicle summary

MakeVauxhall
ModelAstra
Year2004
FuelPetrol
Engine1598cc
ColourBlue
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 15 MOT tests on record, passing 10 and failing 5 (67% pass rate). It has 137,367 miles on the clock, averaging 8,407 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 ML04 FNU

MOT Status
Due date passed
137,367
Last Mileage
Recorded
15
Total Tests
Since 2007
67%
Pass Rate
10 passed, 5 failed

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

5

MOT failures recorded

Out of 15 tests on record
8,407

Average miles/year

Around UK average of 7,400
1

Gap in MOT history

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

Mileage Analysis

About average
Latest reading137,367 miles
Reading date
Miles last year2
Average per year8,407
Mileage consistencyVariable
Mileage over time for ML04 FNU 56k76k97k117k137k '07'16'12

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Full MOT Test History 15 tests on record

PASS
Mileage137,367 miles
Since last MOT+2 miles
FAIL
Mileage137,365 miles
Since last MOT+12,465 miles
PASS
Mileage124,900 miles
Since last MOT+10,345 miles
PASS
Mileage114,555 miles
Since last MOT+25 miles
FAIL
Mileage114,530 miles
Since last MOT+103,960 miles
PASS
Mileage10,570 miles
FAIL
Mileage105,701 miles
Since last MOT+9,308 miles
PASS
Mileage96,393 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage96,393 miles
Since last MOT+9,300 miles
PASS
Mileage87,093 miles
Since last MOT+8,514 miles
PASS
Mileage78,579 miles
Since last MOT+43 miles
FAIL
Mileage78,536 miles
Since last MOT+10,171 miles
PASS
Mileage68,365 miles
Since last MOT+10,065 miles
PASS
Mileage58,300 miles
Since last MOT+2,663 miles
PASS
Mileage55,637 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

RegistrationML04 FNU
MakeVauxhall
ModelAstra
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1598cc
Year2004
First registered
Area codeML — Manchester, Manchester and Merseyside
Age identifier04 — March 2004 to August 2004

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About ML04 FNU

What car is ML04 FNU?

ML04 FNU is an blue Vauxhall Astra, petrol (1598cc). First registered in Manchester in 2004.

What is the mileage of ML04 FNU?

The last recorded mileage for ML04 FNU was 137,367 miles, recorded on 28 Sep 2016 during its most recent MOT test.

Has ML04 FNU passed its MOT?

ML04 FNU has had 15 MOT tests with a 67% pass rate (10 passes, 5 failures). It last passed on 28 Sep 2016.

Is ML04 FNU ULEZ compliant?

Based on its fuel type and registration year, ML04 FNU 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 ML04 FNU?

ML04 FNU is approximately 22 years old. Age identifier 04 means registered between 1 March 2004 and 31 August 2004.