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At a glance
This 2004 Vauxhall Astra Petrol 1598cc has had 17 MOT tests on record, passing 11 and failing 6 (65% pass rate). It has 105,064 miles on the clock, averaging 8,932 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 SO04 RKX
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Mileage Analysis
About average| Latest reading | 105,064 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Average per year | 8,932 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 17 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 | SO04 RKX |
| Make | Vauxhall |
| Model | Astra |
| Colour | Gold |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1598cc |
| Year | 2004 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | SO — Edinburgh, Scotland |
| Age identifier | 04 — March 2004 to August 2004 |
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About SO04 RKX
What car is SO04 RKX?
SO04 RKX is an gold Vauxhall Astra, petrol (1598cc). First registered in Edinburgh in 2004.
What is the mileage of SO04 RKX?
The last recorded mileage for SO04 RKX was 105,064 miles, recorded on 24 Jun 2017 during its most recent MOT test.
Has SO04 RKX passed its MOT?
SO04 RKX has had 17 MOT tests with a 65% pass rate (11 passes, 6 failures). It last passed on 24 Jun 2017.
Is SO04 RKX ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, SO04 RKX 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 SO04 RKX?
SO04 RKX is approximately 22 years old. Age identifier 04 means registered between 1 March 2004 and 31 August 2004.