2004 Vauxhall Astra 1.6L Petrol · SJ54 BRF
2004 Vauxhall Astra (1.6L, petrol). First registered 01 Sept 2004. Recorded mileage 82,245 miles. MOT expired on 06 Sept 2016. Currently declared SORN. A manufacturer safety recall is currently outstanding.
- Make & Model
- VAUXHALL ASTRA
- Year / Origin
- 2004 · Glasgow
- Safety Recall
- Recall Notice
- MOT Status
- Expired on 06 Sept 2016
- Road Tax
- SORN
- Recorded Mileage
- 82,245 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- Check Required (Pre-Euro 4 Petrol)
- Fuel & Engine
- PETROL · 1.6L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
Outstanding Safety Recall Notice
Action RequiredOfficial DVSA telemetry indicates this vehicle has an unaddressed manufacturer safety recall. Remedial repairs are legally required to be carried out 100% free of charge by an authorised main dealer.
Thinking of buying this vehicle? Free MOT and tax checks do not cover legal ownership. If outstanding finance exists, finance companies have legal right to repossess without compensation.
SJ54 BRF Key Findings
- 12 MOT tests recorded
- Outstanding manufacturer safety recall notice
- Latest MOT passed on 07/09/2015
- 82,245 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 4 historical MOT failures
- No defects recorded at the latest MOT
Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.
SJ54 BRF MOT History
Interpretation generated from the recorded test data above — not an official DVSA statement and not a substitute for an independent inspection.
12 MOT tests are recorded for this 2004 Vauxhall Astra (SJ54 BRF) between July 2007 and September 2015.
The record contains 8 passes and 4 failures.
The most recent test on 07 September 2015 was a pass, although the earlier record includes 4 failures that buyers may want to investigate.
Across all tests, the most frequently flagged areas are: Tyres (15 issues), Brakes (6 issues), Lighting (4 issues), Steering (2 issues), Suspension (1 issue). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.
In total 10 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: “Offside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)”; “Offside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)”; “Offside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)”.
SJ54 BRF Mileage History
- 26/07/200732,101 mi
- 26/07/200732,101 mi
- 01/04/200952,431 mi+20,330 mi
- 17/12/201059,083 mi+6,652 mi
- 18/12/201059,083 mi
- 14/12/201161,321 mi+2,238 mi
- 16/12/201161,323 mi+2 mi
- 04/12/201264,336 mi+3,013 mi
- 16/12/201367,831 mi+3,495 mi
- 18/12/201367,833 mi+2 mi
- 03/12/201473,392 mi+5,559 mi
- 07/09/201582,245 mi+8,853 mi
Average of roughly 6,177 miles per year across 12 recorded odometer readings.
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Known faults for Vauxhall Astra G
Our database tracks 3 specific mechanical faults and recurring failure patterns identified across UK MOT testing stations for this generation.
MOT Roadworthiness: Poor
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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- Rear Axle Beam and Sill CorrosionSerious
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- ECU and Wiring Water-Ingress FaultsModerate
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- ABS Sensor and Module FaultsModerate
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