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At a glance
This 2004 Vauxhall Astra Diesel 1686cc has had 15 MOT tests on record, passing 11 and failing 4 (73% pass rate). It has 152,237 miles on the clock, averaging 8,739 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 ML54 HZZ
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Mileage Analysis
About average| Latest reading | 152,237 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 1,823 |
| Average per year | 8,739 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 15 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 | ML54 HZZ |
| Make | Vauxhall |
| Model | Astra |
| Colour | Grey |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1686cc |
| Year | 2004 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | ML — Manchester, Manchester and Merseyside |
| Age identifier | 54 — September 2004 to February 2005 |
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About ML54 HZZ
What car is ML54 HZZ?
ML54 HZZ is an grey Vauxhall Astra, diesel (1686cc). First registered in Manchester in 2004.
What is the mileage of ML54 HZZ?
The last recorded mileage for ML54 HZZ was 152,237 miles, recorded on 30 Nov 2017 during its most recent MOT test.
Has ML54 HZZ passed its MOT?
ML54 HZZ has had 15 MOT tests with a 73% pass rate (11 passes, 4 failures). It last passed on 30 Nov 2017.
Is ML54 HZZ ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, ML54 HZZ is likely not ULEZ compliant. As a diesel vehicle registered in 2004, it typically does not meet the Euro 6 emission standard required. This is an estimate — confirm with TfL's ULEZ checker.
How old is ML54 HZZ?
ML54 HZZ is approximately 22 years old. Age identifier 54 means registered between 1 September 2004 and 28 February 2005.