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At a glance
This 2004 Vauxhall Astra Petrol 1598cc has had 10 MOT tests on record, passing 9 and failing once (90% pass rate). It has 131,269 miles on the clock, averaging 9,574 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 RV54 HXG
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Mileage Analysis
Above average| Latest reading | 131,269 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 14,545 |
| Average per year | 9,574 |
| Mileage consistency | Consistent |
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Full MOT Test History 10 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 | RV54 HXG |
| Make | Vauxhall |
| Model | Astra |
| Colour | Gold |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1598cc |
| Year | 2004 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | RV — Reading, Reading |
| Age identifier | 54 — September 2004 to February 2005 |
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About RV54 HXG
What car is RV54 HXG?
RV54 HXG is an gold Vauxhall Astra, petrol (1598cc). First registered in Reading in 2004.
What is the mileage of RV54 HXG?
The last recorded mileage for RV54 HXG was 131,269 miles, recorded on 13 Oct 2015 during its most recent MOT test.
Has RV54 HXG passed its MOT?
RV54 HXG has had 10 MOT tests with an 90% pass rate (9 passes, 1 failure). It last passed on 13 Oct 2015.
Is RV54 HXG ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, RV54 HXG 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 RV54 HXG?
RV54 HXG is approximately 22 years old. Age identifier 54 means registered between 1 September 2004 and 28 February 2005.