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At a glance
This 2004 Vauxhall Astra Petrol 1598cc has had 19 MOT tests on record, passing 18 and failing once (95% pass rate). It has 34,706 miles on the clock, averaging 1,671 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 OY04 HGE
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Low mileage| Latest reading | 34,706 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 728 |
| Average per year | 1,671 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 19 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 | OY04 HGE |
| Make | Vauxhall |
| Model | Astra |
| Colour | Silver |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1598cc |
| Year | 2004 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | OY — Oxford, Oxford |
| Age identifier | 04 — March 2004 to August 2004 |
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About OY04 HGE
What car is OY04 HGE?
OY04 HGE is an silver Vauxhall Astra, petrol (1598cc). First registered in Oxford in 2004.
What is the mileage of OY04 HGE?
The last recorded mileage for OY04 HGE was 34,706 miles, recorded on 28 Mar 2024 during its most recent MOT test.
Has OY04 HGE passed its MOT?
OY04 HGE has had 19 MOT tests with an 95% pass rate (18 passes, 1 failure). It last passed on 28 Mar 2024.
Is OY04 HGE ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, OY04 HGE 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 OY04 HGE?
OY04 HGE is approximately 22 years old. Age identifier 04 means registered between 1 March 2004 and 31 August 2004.