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At a glance
This 2004 Vauxhall Astra Petrol 1796cc has had 18 MOT tests on record, passing 12 and failing 6 (67% pass rate). It has 103,114 miles on the clock, averaging 7,952 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 SX04 AEL
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Mileage Analysis
About average| Latest reading | 103,114 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 59 |
| Average per year | 7,952 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 18 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 | SX04 AEL |
| Make | Vauxhall |
| Model | Astra |
| Colour | Blue |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1796cc |
| Year | 2004 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | SX — Inverness, Scotland |
| Age identifier | 04 — March 2004 to August 2004 |
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About SX04 AEL
What car is SX04 AEL?
SX04 AEL is an blue Vauxhall Astra, petrol (1796cc). First registered in Inverness in 2004.
What is the mileage of SX04 AEL?
The last recorded mileage for SX04 AEL was 103,114 miles, recorded on 7 Jul 2017 during its most recent MOT test.
Has SX04 AEL passed its MOT?
SX04 AEL has had 18 MOT tests with a 67% pass rate (12 passes, 6 failures). It last passed on 7 Jul 2017.
Is SX04 AEL ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, SX04 AEL 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 SX04 AEL?
SX04 AEL is approximately 22 years old. Age identifier 04 means registered between 1 March 2004 and 31 August 2004.