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MM04 EBU

2004 Vauxhall Astra · Petrol · 1598cc

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

Vehicle summary

MakeVauxhall
ModelAstra
Year2004
FuelPetrol
Engine1598cc
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 1598cc has had 12 MOT tests on record, passing 9 and failing 3 (75% pass rate). It has 81,619 miles on the clock, averaging 4,280 miles per year, well 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 MM04 EBU

MOT Status
Due date passed
81,619
Last Mileage
Recorded
12
Total Tests
Since 2007
75%
Pass Rate
9 passed, 3 failed

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

3

MOT failures recorded

Out of 12 tests on record
4,280

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

Low mileage
Latest reading81,619 miles
Reading date
Average per year4,280
Mileage consistencyVariable
Mileage over time for MM04 EBU 46k55k64k73k82k '07'15'12

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Full MOT Test History 12 tests on record

PASS
Mileage81,619 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage81,619 miles
Since last MOT+2,092 miles
PASS
Mileage79,527 miles
Since last MOT+2,531 miles
PASS
Mileage76,996 miles
Since last MOT+3,570 miles
PASS
Mileage73,426 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage73,426 miles
Since last MOT+4,002 miles
PASS
Mileage69,424 miles
Since last MOT+3,093 miles
FAIL
Mileage66,331 miles
Since last MOT+5,820 miles
PASS
Mileage60,511 miles
Since last MOT+6,143 miles
PASS
Mileage54,368 miles
Since last MOT+6,482 miles
PASS
Mileage47,886 miles
Since last MOT+1,453 miles
PASS
Mileage46,433 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

RegistrationMM04 EBU
MakeVauxhall
ModelAstra
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1598cc
Year2004
First registered
Area codeMM — Manchester, Manchester and Merseyside
Age identifier04 — March 2004 to August 2004

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About MM04 EBU

What car is MM04 EBU?

MM04 EBU is an black Vauxhall Astra, petrol (1598cc). First registered in Manchester in 2004.

What is the mileage of MM04 EBU?

The last recorded mileage for MM04 EBU was 81,619 miles, recorded on 2 Oct 2015 during its most recent MOT test.

Has MM04 EBU passed its MOT?

MM04 EBU has had 12 MOT tests with a 75% pass rate (9 passes, 3 failures). It last passed on 2 Oct 2015.

Is MM04 EBU ULEZ compliant?

Based on its fuel type and registration year, MM04 EBU 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 MM04 EBU?

MM04 EBU is approximately 22 years old. Age identifier 04 means registered between 1 March 2004 and 31 August 2004.