2004 Vauxhall Astra 1.7L Diesel · DC04 AZZ
2004 Vauxhall Astra (1.7L, diesel). First registered 29 Jul 2004. Recorded mileage 143,146 miles. MOT expired on 20 Sept 2026.
- Make & Model
- VAUXHALL ASTRA
- Year / Origin
- 2004 · Chester
- Safety Recall
- Unknown
- MOT Status
- Expired on 20 Sept 2026
- Road Tax
- —
- Recorded Mileage
- 143,146 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- Non-Compliant (Pre-Euro 6 Diesel)
- Fuel & Engine
- Diesel · 1.7L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
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DC04 AZZ Key Findings
- 5 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 29/08/2025
- 143,146 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 2 historical MOT failures
- 5 defects noted at the latest MOT
- Recurring brakes items (9 mentions)
Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.
DC04 AZZ MOT History
Interpretation generated from the recorded test data above — not an official DVSA statement and not a substitute for an independent inspection.
5 MOT tests are recorded for this 2004 Vauxhall Astra (DC04 AZZ) between September 2023 and August 2025.
The record contains 3 passes and 2 failures.
The most recent test on 29 August 2025 was a pass, although the earlier record includes 2 failures that buyers may want to investigate.
Across all tests, the most frequently flagged areas are: Brakes (9 issues), Suspension (6 issues), Tyres (2 issues). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.
In total 15 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 Front Subframe mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength (5.3.6 ”; “Offside Front Subframe mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength (5.3.6 (”; “Nearside Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))”.
DC04 AZZ Mileage History
- 22/09/2023131,840 mi
- 24/08/2024137,394 mi+5,554 mi
- 31/08/2024138,098 mi+704 mi
- 23/08/2025143,134 mi+5,036 mi
- 29/08/2025143,146 mi+12 mi
Average of roughly 5,841 miles per year across 5 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
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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- ABS Sensor and Module FaultsModerate
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