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RN54 MPV

2004 Vauxhall Astra · Petrol · 1598cc

Black Registered in Reading, Reading · 22 years old

Vehicle summary

MakeVauxhall
ModelAstra
Year2004
FuelPetrol
Engine1598cc
ColourBlack
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 11 MOT tests on record, passing 10 and failing once (91% pass rate). It has 88,012 miles on the clock, averaging 7,837 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 RN54 MPV

MOT Status
Due date passed
88,012
Last Mileage
Recorded
11
Total Tests
Since 2008
91%
Pass Rate
10 passed, 1 failed

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

1

MOT failure recorded

Out of 11 tests on record
7,837

Average miles/year

Around UK average of 7,400
1

Gap in MOT history

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

Mileage Analysis

About average
Latest reading88,012 miles
Reading date
Miles last year5,229
Average per year7,837
Mileage consistencyConsistent
Mileage over time for RN54 MPV 20k37k54k71k88k '08'16'12

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Full MOT Test History 11 tests on record

PASS
Mileage88,012 miles
Since last MOT+5,229 miles
PASS
Mileage82,783 miles
Since last MOT+4,175 miles
PASS
Mileage78,608 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage78,608 miles
Since last MOT+7,622 miles
PASS
Mileage70,986 miles
Since last MOT+7,101 miles
PASS
Mileage63,885 miles
Since last MOT+7,696 miles
PASS
Mileage56,189 miles
Since last MOT+6,363 miles
PASS
Mileage49,826 miles
Since last MOT+10,748 miles
PASS
Mileage39,078 miles
Since last MOT+9,171 miles
PASS
Mileage29,907 miles
Since last MOT+10,077 miles
PASS
Mileage19,830 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

RegistrationRN54 MPV
MakeVauxhall
ModelAstra
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1598cc
Year2004
First registered
Area codeRN — Reading, Reading
Age identifier54 — September 2004 to February 2005

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About RN54 MPV

What car is RN54 MPV?

RN54 MPV is an black Vauxhall Astra, petrol (1598cc). First registered in Reading in 2004.

What is the mileage of RN54 MPV?

The last recorded mileage for RN54 MPV was 88,012 miles, recorded on 23 Sep 2016 during its most recent MOT test.

Has RN54 MPV passed its MOT?

RN54 MPV has had 11 MOT tests with an 91% pass rate (10 passes, 1 failure). It last passed on 23 Sep 2016.

Is RN54 MPV ULEZ compliant?

Based on its fuel type and registration year, RN54 MPV 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 RN54 MPV?

RN54 MPV is approximately 22 years old. Age identifier 54 means registered between 1 September 2004 and 28 February 2005.