2004 Vauxhall Vectra 1.9L Diesel · DU54 WJZ
2004 Vauxhall Vectra (1.9L, diesel). First registered 01 Sept 2004. Recorded mileage 130,548 miles. MOT expired on 02 Apr 2012.
- Make & Model
- VAUXHALL VECTRA
- Year / Origin
- 2004 · Shrewsbury
- Safety Recall
- Unknown
- MOT Status
- Expired on 02 Apr 2012
- Road Tax
- Untaxed (01 Apr 2012)
- Recorded Mileage
- 130,548 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- Non-Compliant (Pre-Euro 6 Diesel)
- Fuel & Engine
- DIESEL · 1.9L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
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DU54 WJZ Key Findings
- 8 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 30/03/2011
- 130,548 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 3 historical MOT failures
- 2 defects noted at the latest MOT
- Recurring tyres items (2 mentions)
Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.
DU54 WJZ MOT History
Interpretation generated from the recorded test data above — not an official DVSA statement and not a substitute for an independent inspection.
8 MOT tests are recorded for this 2004 Vauxhall Vectra (DU54 WJZ) between April 2007 and March 2011.
The record contains 5 passes and 3 failures.
The most recent test on 30 March 2011 was a pass, although the earlier record includes 3 failures that buyers may want to investigate.
Across all tests, the most frequently flagged areas are: Tyres (2 issues), Suspension (1 issue), Steering (1 issue), Lighting (1 issue). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.
In total 2 advisory notices are recorded. Advisories flag items that passed but may need attention before the next test; they are not evidence of how well the vehicle has been serviced.
Recorded failure items include: “Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)”; “Offside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)”.
DU54 WJZ Mileage History
- 03/04/200720,808 mi
- 31/03/200852,853 mi+32,045 mi
- 02/04/200852,853 mi
- 24/03/200981,945 mi+29,092 mi
- 24/03/200981,945 mi
- 20/03/2010106,887 mi+24,942 mi
- 20/03/2010106,887 mi
- 30/03/2011130,548 mi+23,661 mi
Average of roughly 27,513 miles per year across 8 recorded odometer readings.
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Known faults for Vauxhall Vectra C
Our database tracks 3 specific mechanical faults and recurring failure patterns identified across UK MOT testing stations for this generation.
MOT Roadworthiness: Below Average
This rating reflects historical MOT pass rates and recurring advisory wear patterns from official DVSA test logs. Note that roadworthiness does not verify outstanding finance, insurance write-offs, or stolen records.
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