2004 Vauxhall Astra 1.6L Petrol · BW53 VUV
2004 Vauxhall Astra (1.6L, petrol). First registered 31 Jan 2004. Recorded mileage 102,251 miles. MOT expired on 01 Dec 2022.
- Make & Model
- VAUXHALL ASTRA
- Year / Origin
- 2004 · Birmingham
- Safety Recall
- Unknown
- MOT Status
- Expired on 01 Dec 2022
- Road Tax
- —
- Recorded Mileage
- 102,251 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- Check Required (Pre-Euro 4 Petrol)
- Fuel & Engine
- Petrol · 1.6L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
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BW53 VUV Key Findings
- 2 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 02/12/2021
- 102,251 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 1 historical MOT failure
- No defects recorded at the latest MOT
Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.
BW53 VUV MOT History
Interpretation generated from the recorded test data above — not an official DVSA statement and not a substitute for an independent inspection.
2 MOT tests are recorded for this 2004 Vauxhall Astra (BW53 VUV) between December 2021 and December 2021.
The record contains 1 pass and 1 failure.
The most recent test on 02 December 2021 was a pass, although the earlier record includes 1 failure that buyers may want to investigate.
BW53 VUV Mileage History
- 02/12/2021102,251 mi
- 02/12/2021102,251 mi
Average of roughly 0 miles per year across 2 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: Below Average
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VAUXHALL ASTRA Model Intelligence & Reliability
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- Rear Axle Beam and Sill CorrosionSerious
Rust around the rear axle beam, spring seats, sills and floor edges is one of the biggest reasons Astra Gs disappear from the road.
- ECU and Wiring Water-Ingress FaultsModerate
Blocked scuttle drains and ageing connectors can upset the ECU and engine-bay wiring, causing poor running, non-starts or random warning lights.
- ABS Sensor and Module FaultsModerate
Corroded wheel-speed sensor wiring or ABS-module issues can leave the warning light on and turn a cheap hatch into an MOT headache.
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