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At a glance
This 2004 Vauxhall Astra Petrol 1796cc has had 17 MOT tests on record, passing 12 and failing 5 (71% pass rate). It has 142,872 miles on the clock, averaging 9,440 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 YP54 BUO
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Mileage Analysis
Above average| Latest reading | 142,872 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 4,806 |
| Average per year | 9,440 |
| 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 | YP54 BUO |
| Make | Vauxhall |
| Model | Astra |
| Colour | Silver |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1796cc |
| Year | 2004 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | YP — Sheffield, Yorkshire |
| Age identifier | 54 — September 2004 to February 2005 |
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About YP54 BUO
What car is YP54 BUO?
YP54 BUO is a silver Vauxhall Astra, petrol (1796cc). First registered in Sheffield in 2004.
What is the mileage of YP54 BUO?
The last recorded mileage for YP54 BUO was 142,872 miles, recorded on 20 Dec 2019 during its most recent MOT test.
Has YP54 BUO passed its MOT?
YP54 BUO has had 17 MOT tests with a 71% pass rate (12 passes, 5 failures). It last passed on 20 Dec 2019.
Is YP54 BUO ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, YP54 BUO 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 YP54 BUO?
YP54 BUO is approximately 22 years old. Age identifier 54 means registered between 1 September 2004 and 28 February 2005.