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At a glance
This 2004 Vauxhall Astra Petrol 1796cc has had 9 MOT tests on record, passing 6 and failing 3 (67% pass rate). It has 146,781 miles on the clock, averaging 13,793 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 YY54 HVT
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Mileage Analysis
Above average| Latest reading | 146,781 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 17,032 |
| Average per year | 13,793 |
| Mileage consistency | Consistent |
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Full MOT Test History 9 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 | YY54 HVT |
| Make | Vauxhall |
| Model | Astra |
| Colour | Black |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1796cc |
| Year | 2004 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | YY — Beverley, Yorkshire |
| Age identifier | 54 — September 2004 to February 2005 |
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About YY54 HVT
What car is YY54 HVT?
YY54 HVT is a black Vauxhall Astra, petrol (1796cc). First registered in Beverley in 2004.
What is the mileage of YY54 HVT?
The last recorded mileage for YY54 HVT was 146,781 miles, recorded on 18 Mar 2014 during its most recent MOT test.
Has YY54 HVT passed its MOT?
YY54 HVT has had 9 MOT tests with a 67% pass rate (6 passes, 3 failures). It last passed on 18 Mar 2014.
Is YY54 HVT ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, YY54 HVT 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 YY54 HVT?
YY54 HVT is approximately 22 years old. Age identifier 54 means registered between 1 September 2004 and 28 February 2005.