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At a glance
This 2004 Vauxhall Astra Petrol 1796cc has had 27 MOT tests on record, passing 15 and failing 12 (56% pass rate). It has 109,675 miles on the clock, averaging 5,118 miles per year, below the UK average of 7,400. Common Vauxhall Astra issues include central locking door mechanism and passenger compartment wiring connectors.
MOT & Mileage History for YC54 VFU
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Mileage Analysis
Below average| Latest reading | 109,675 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Average per year | 5,118 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 27 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 | YC54 VFU |
| Make | Vauxhall |
| Model | Astra |
| Colour | Black |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1796cc |
| Year | 2004 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | YC — Leeds, Yorkshire |
| Age identifier | 54 — September 2004 to February 2005 |
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About YC54 VFU
What car is YC54 VFU?
YC54 VFU is a black Vauxhall Astra, petrol (1796cc). First registered in Leeds in 2004.
What is the mileage of YC54 VFU?
The last recorded mileage for YC54 VFU was 109,675 miles, recorded on 9 Aug 2021 during its most recent MOT test.
Has YC54 VFU passed its MOT?
YC54 VFU has had 27 MOT tests with a 56% pass rate (15 passes, 12 failures). It last passed on 9 Aug 2021.
Is YC54 VFU ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, YC54 VFU 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 YC54 VFU?
YC54 VFU is approximately 22 years old. Age identifier 54 means registered between 1 September 2004 and 28 February 2005.