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OU54 ACX

2004 Vauxhall Astra · Diesel · 1686cc

White Registered in Oxford, Oxford · 22 years old

Vehicle summary

MakeVauxhall
ModelAstra
Year2004
FuelDiesel
Engine1686cc
ColourWhite
ULEZ (est.)Likely Non-compliantDiesel pre-2015
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 Diesel 1686cc has had 8 MOT tests on record, passing 6 and failing 2 (75% pass rate). It has 114,998 miles on the clock, averaging 8,413 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 OU54 ACX

MOT Status
Due date passed
114,998
Last Mileage
Recorded
8
Total Tests
Since 2007
75%
Pass Rate
6 passed, 2 failed

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

2

MOT failures recorded

Out of 8 tests on record
8,413

Average miles/year

Around UK average of 7,400
3

Gaps in MOT history

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

Mileage Analysis

About average
Latest reading114,998 miles
Reading date
Miles last year104,289
Average per year8,413
Mileage consistencyVariable
Mileage over time for OU54 ACX 59k73k87k101k115k '07'14'11

Check OU54 ACX

Full MOT Test History 8 tests on record

PASS
Mileage114,998 miles
Since last MOT+104,289 miles
PASS
Mileage10,709 miles
PASS
Mileage121,763 miles
Since last MOT+16,826 miles
FAIL
Mileage104,937 miles
Since last MOT+11,656 miles
PASS
Mileage93,281 miles
Since last MOT+7,048 miles
PASS
Mileage86,233 miles
Since last MOT+12,423 miles
FAIL
Mileage73,810 miles
Since last MOT+14,673 miles
PASS
Mileage59,137 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

RegistrationOU54 ACX
MakeVauxhall
ModelAstra
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1686cc
Year2004
First registered
Area codeOU — Oxford, Oxford
Age identifier54 — September 2004 to February 2005

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About OU54 ACX

What car is OU54 ACX?

OU54 ACX is an white Vauxhall Astra, diesel (1686cc). First registered in Oxford in 2004.

What is the mileage of OU54 ACX?

The last recorded mileage for OU54 ACX was 114,998 miles, recorded on 17 May 2014 during its most recent MOT test.

Has OU54 ACX passed its MOT?

OU54 ACX has had 8 MOT tests with a 75% pass rate (6 passes, 2 failures). It last passed on 17 May 2014.

Is OU54 ACX ULEZ compliant?

Based on its fuel type and registration year, OU54 ACX 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 OU54 ACX?

OU54 ACX is approximately 22 years old. Age identifier 54 means registered between 1 September 2004 and 28 February 2005.