2004 Vauxhall Astra 1.7L Diesel · FR04 GVA
2004 Vauxhall Astra (1.7L, diesel). First registered 31 Dec 2004. Recorded mileage 160,931 miles. MOT expired on 19 Oct 2026.
- Make & Model
- VAUXHALL ASTRA
- Year / Origin
- 2004 · Lincoln
- Safety Recall
- Unknown
- MOT Status
- Expired on 19 Oct 2026
- Road Tax
- —
- Recorded Mileage
- 160,931 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- Non-Compliant (Pre-Euro 6 Diesel)
- Fuel & Engine
- Diesel · 1.7L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
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FR04 GVA Key Findings
- 5 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 15/10/2025
- 160,931 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 2 historical MOT failures
- 10 defects noted at the latest MOT
- Recurring suspension items (13 mentions)
Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.
FR04 GVA 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 (FR04 GVA) between October 2023 and October 2025.
The record contains 3 passes and 2 failures.
The most recent test on 15 October 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: Suspension (13 issues), Brakes (10 issues), Bodywork (9 issues), Tyres (8 issues), Lighting (4 issues). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.
In total 52 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 Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))”; “Exhaust emissions exceed manufacturer's specified limit (8.2.2.2 (a))”; “Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))”.
FR04 GVA Mileage History
- 19/10/2023156,812 mi
- 08/10/2024158,352 mi+1,540 mi
- 08/10/2025160,896 mi+2,544 mi
- 14/10/2025160,927 mi+31 mi
- 15/10/2025160,931 mi+4 mi
Average of roughly 2,070 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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