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OX04 BFL

2004 Vauxhall Astra · Petrol · 1796cc

Orange Registered in Oxford, Oxford · 22 years old

Vehicle summary

MakeVauxhall
ModelAstra
Year2004
FuelPetrol
Engine1796cc
ColourOrange
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 1796cc has had 16 MOT tests on record, passing 10 and failing 6 (63% pass rate). It has 138,353 miles on the clock, averaging 6,608 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 OX04 BFL

MOT Status
Due date passed
138,353
Last Mileage
Recorded
16
Total Tests
Since 2007
63%
Pass Rate
10 passed, 6 failed

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

6

MOT failures recorded

Out of 16 tests on record
6,608

Average miles/year

Below UK average of 7,400
2

Gaps in MOT history

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

Mileage Analysis

Below average
Latest reading138,353 miles
Reading date
Miles last year9,648
Average per year6,608
Mileage consistencyConsistent
Mileage over time for OX04 BFL 64k83k101k120k138k '07'18'13

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Full MOT Test History 16 tests on record

FAIL
Mileage138,353 miles
Since last MOT+9,648 miles
PASS
Mileage128,705 miles
Since last MOT+250 miles
FAIL
Mileage128,455 miles
Since last MOT+5,733 miles
PASS
Mileage122,722 miles
Since last MOT+7,764 miles
PASS
Mileage114,958 miles
Since last MOT+11,731 miles
PASS
Mileage103,227 miles
Since last MOT+5,193 miles
PASS
Mileage98,034 miles
Since last MOT+1 miles
FAIL
Mileage98,033 miles
Since last MOT+5,018 miles
PASS
Mileage93,015 miles
Since last MOT+4,412 miles
FAIL
Mileage88,603 miles
Since last MOT+4,449 miles
PASS
Mileage84,154 miles
Since last MOT+3 miles
FAIL
Mileage84,151 miles
Since last MOT+4,644 miles
PASS
Mileage79,507 miles
Since last MOT+7,245 miles
PASS
Mileage72,262 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage72,262 miles
Since last MOT+7,821 miles
PASS
Mileage64,441 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

RegistrationOX04 BFL
MakeVauxhall
ModelAstra
ColourOrange
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1796cc
Year2004
First registered
Area codeOX — Oxford, Oxford
Age identifier04 — March 2004 to August 2004

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About OX04 BFL

What car is OX04 BFL?

OX04 BFL is an orange Vauxhall Astra, petrol (1796cc). First registered in Oxford in 2004.

What is the mileage of OX04 BFL?

The last recorded mileage for OX04 BFL was 138,353 miles, recorded on 29 Jun 2018 during its most recent MOT test.

Has OX04 BFL passed its MOT?

OX04 BFL has had 16 MOT tests with a 63% pass rate (10 passes, 6 failures). It last was tested on 29 Jun 2018.

Is OX04 BFL ULEZ compliant?

Based on its fuel type and registration year, OX04 BFL 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 OX04 BFL?

OX04 BFL is approximately 22 years old. Age identifier 04 means registered between 1 March 2004 and 31 August 2004.