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PK04 AVW

2004 Vauxhall Astra · Petrol · 1598cc

Red Registered in Preston, Preston · 22 years old

Vehicle summary

MakeVauxhall
ModelAstra
Year2004
FuelPetrol
Engine1598cc
ColourRed
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 1598cc has had 18 MOT tests on record, passing 12 and failing 6 (67% pass rate). It has 86,479 miles on the clock, averaging 6,460 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 PK04 AVW

MOT Status
Due date passed
86,479
Last Mileage
Recorded
18
Total Tests
Since 2007
67%
Pass Rate
12 passed, 6 failed

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

6

MOT failures recorded

Out of 18 tests on record
6,460

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 reading86,479 miles
Reading date
Average per year6,460
Mileage consistencyVariable
Mileage over time for PK04 AVW 8k27k47k67k86k '07'19'15

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Full MOT Test History 18 tests on record

PASS
Mileage86,479 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage86,479 miles
Since last MOT+11,567 miles
PASS
Mileage74,912 miles
Since last MOT+3 miles
FAIL
Mileage74,909 miles
Since last MOT+8,724 miles
PASS
Mileage66,185 miles
Since last MOT+1 miles
FAIL
Mileage66,184 miles
Since last MOT+10,896 miles
PASS
Mileage55,288 miles
Since last MOT+7,365 miles
PASS
Mileage47,923 miles
Since last MOT+21 miles
FAIL
Mileage47,902 miles
Since last MOT+4,919 miles
PASS
Mileage42,983 miles
Since last MOT+4,620 miles
PASS
Mileage38,363 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage38,363 miles
Since last MOT+8,689 miles
FAIL
Mileage29,674 miles
Since last MOT+11,625 miles
PASS
Mileage18,049 miles
Since last MOT+3,374 miles
PASS
Mileage14,675 miles
Since last MOT+1,219 miles
PASS
Mileage13,456 miles
Since last MOT+2,377 miles
PASS
Mileage11,079 miles
Since last MOT+3,355 miles
PASS
Mileage7,724 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

RegistrationPK04 AVW
MakeVauxhall
ModelAstra
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1598cc
Year2004
First registered
Area codePK — Preston, Preston
Age identifier04 — March 2004 to August 2004

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About PK04 AVW

What car is PK04 AVW?

PK04 AVW is a red Vauxhall Astra, petrol (1598cc). First registered in Preston in 2004.

What is the mileage of PK04 AVW?

The last recorded mileage for PK04 AVW was 86,479 miles, recorded on 10 Apr 2019 during its most recent MOT test.

Has PK04 AVW passed its MOT?

PK04 AVW has had 18 MOT tests with a 67% pass rate (12 passes, 6 failures). It last passed on 10 Apr 2019.

Is PK04 AVW ULEZ compliant?

Based on its fuel type and registration year, PK04 AVW 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 PK04 AVW?

PK04 AVW is approximately 22 years old. Age identifier 04 means registered between 1 March 2004 and 31 August 2004.