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PK04 WXR

2004 Vauxhall Astra · Petrol · 1598cc

Silver Registered in Preston, Preston · 22 years old

Vehicle summary

MakeVauxhall
ModelAstra
Year2004
FuelPetrol
Engine1598cc
ColourSilver
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 9 MOT tests on record, passing 8 and failing once (89% pass rate). It has 114,467 miles on the clock, averaging 9,174 miles per year, above 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 WXR

MOT Status
Due date passed
114,467
Last Mileage
Recorded
9
Total Tests
Since 2007
89%
Pass Rate
8 passed, 1 failed

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

1

MOT failure recorded

Out of 9 tests on record
9,174

Average miles/year

Above UK average of 7,400
1

Gap in MOT history

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

Mileage Analysis

Above average
Latest reading114,467 miles
Reading date
Miles last year11,949
Average per year9,174
Mileage consistencyConsistent
Mileage over time for PK04 WXR 43k61k79k97k114k '07'15'10

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Full MOT Test History 9 tests on record

PASS
Mileage114,467 miles
Since last MOT+11,949 miles
PASS
Mileage102,518 miles
Since last MOT+13,749 miles
PASS
Mileage88,769 miles
Since last MOT+7,765 miles
PASS
Mileage81,004 miles
Since last MOT+8,551 miles
PASS
Mileage72,453 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage72,453 miles
Since last MOT+9,677 miles
PASS
Mileage62,776 miles
Since last MOT+8,810 miles
PASS
Mileage53,966 miles
Since last MOT+10,799 miles
PASS
Mileage43,167 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 WXR
MakeVauxhall
ModelAstra
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1598cc
Year2004
First registered
Area codePK — Preston, Preston
Age identifier04 — March 2004 to August 2004

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About PK04 WXR

What car is PK04 WXR?

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

What is the mileage of PK04 WXR?

The last recorded mileage for PK04 WXR was 114,467 miles, recorded on 12 Jan 2015 during its most recent MOT test.

Has PK04 WXR passed its MOT?

PK04 WXR has had 9 MOT tests with an 89% pass rate (8 passes, 1 failure). It last passed on 12 Jan 2015.

Is PK04 WXR ULEZ compliant?

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

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