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SX04 EJE

2004 Vauxhall Astra · Diesel · 1686cc

Black Registered in Inverness, Scotland · 22 years old

Vehicle summary

MakeVauxhall
ModelAstra
Year2004
FuelDiesel
Engine1686cc
ColourBlack
ULEZ (est.)Likely Non-compliantDiesel pre-2015
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 Diesel 1686cc has had 9 MOT tests on record, passing 6 and failing 3 (67% pass rate). It has 116,761 miles on the clock, averaging 13,611 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 SX04 EJE

MOT Status
Due date passed
116,761
Last Mileage
Recorded
9
Total Tests
Since 2007
67%
Pass Rate
6 passed, 3 failed

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

3

MOT failures recorded

Out of 9 tests on record
13,611

Average miles/year

Above UK average of 7,400
3

Gaps in MOT history

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

Mileage Analysis

Above average
Latest reading116,761 miles
Reading date
Miles last year5
Average per year13,611
Mileage consistencyVariable
Mileage over time for SX04 EJE 38k58k78k97k117k '07'13'09

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Full MOT Test History 9 tests on record

PASS
Mileage116,761 miles
Since last MOT+5 miles
FAIL
Mileage116,756 miles
Since last MOT+10,286 miles
PASS
Mileage106,470 miles
Since last MOT+8,680 miles
PASS
Mileage97,790 miles
Since last MOT+16,368 miles
PASS
Mileage81,422 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage81,422 miles
Since last MOT+22,723 miles
PASS
Mileage58,699 miles
Since last MOT+34 miles
FAIL
Mileage58,665 miles
Since last MOT+20,295 miles
PASS
Mileage38,370 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

RegistrationSX04 EJE
MakeVauxhall
ModelAstra
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1686cc
Year2004
First registered
Area codeSX — Inverness, Scotland
Age identifier04 — March 2004 to August 2004

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About SX04 EJE

What car is SX04 EJE?

SX04 EJE is an black Vauxhall Astra, diesel (1686cc). First registered in Inverness in 2004.

What is the mileage of SX04 EJE?

The last recorded mileage for SX04 EJE was 116,761 miles, recorded on 2 Mar 2013 during its most recent MOT test.

Has SX04 EJE passed its MOT?

SX04 EJE has had 9 MOT tests with a 67% pass rate (6 passes, 3 failures). It last passed on 2 Mar 2013.

Is SX04 EJE ULEZ compliant?

Based on its fuel type and registration year, SX04 EJE is likely not ULEZ compliant. As a diesel vehicle registered in 2004, it typically does not meet the Euro 6 emission standard required. This is an estimate — confirm with TfL's ULEZ checker.

How old is SX04 EJE?

SX04 EJE is approximately 22 years old. Age identifier 04 means registered between 1 March 2004 and 31 August 2004.