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At a glance
This 2004 Vauxhall Astra Petrol 1598cc has had 11 MOT tests on record, passing 10 and failing once (91% pass rate). It has 106,142 miles on the clock, averaging 7,831 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 OV54 VLW
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Mileage Analysis
About average| Latest reading | 106,142 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 7,483 |
| Average per year | 7,831 |
| Mileage consistency | Consistent |
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Full MOT Test History 11 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 VLW |
| Make | Vauxhall |
| Model | Astra |
| Colour | Silver |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1598cc |
| Year | 2004 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | OV — Oxford, Oxford |
| Age identifier | 54 — September 2004 to February 2005 |
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About OV54 VLW
What car is OV54 VLW?
OV54 VLW is an silver Vauxhall Astra, petrol (1598cc). First registered in Oxford in 2004.
What is the mileage of OV54 VLW?
The last recorded mileage for OV54 VLW was 106,142 miles, recorded on 11 Apr 2018 during its most recent MOT test.
Has OV54 VLW passed its MOT?
OV54 VLW has had 11 MOT tests with an 91% pass rate (10 passes, 1 failure). It last passed on 11 Apr 2018.
Is OV54 VLW ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, OV54 VLW 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 VLW?
OV54 VLW is approximately 22 years old. Age identifier 54 means registered between 1 September 2004 and 28 February 2005.