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At a glance
This 2004 Vauxhall Astra Petrol 1796cc has had 15 MOT tests on record, passing 12 and failing 3 (80% pass rate). It has 85,733 miles on the clock, averaging 5,497 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 OV54 VLU
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Mileage Analysis
Below average| Latest reading | 85,733 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 5,669 |
| Average per year | 5,497 |
| Mileage consistency | Consistent |
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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 | OV54 VLU |
| Make | Vauxhall |
| Model | Astra |
| Colour | Gold |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1796cc |
| Year | 2004 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | OV — Oxford, Oxford |
| Age identifier | 54 — September 2004 to February 2005 |
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About OV54 VLU
What car is OV54 VLU?
OV54 VLU is an gold Vauxhall Astra, petrol (1796cc). First registered in Oxford in 2004.
What is the mileage of OV54 VLU?
The last recorded mileage for OV54 VLU was 85,733 miles, recorded on 7 Nov 2019 during its most recent MOT test.
Has OV54 VLU passed its MOT?
OV54 VLU has had 15 MOT tests with an 80% pass rate (12 passes, 3 failures). It last passed on 7 Nov 2019.
Is OV54 VLU ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, OV54 VLU 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 OV54 VLU?
OV54 VLU is approximately 22 years old. Age identifier 54 means registered between 1 September 2004 and 28 February 2005.