2004 Vauxhall Astra 1.4L Petrol · KB53 GVC
2004 Vauxhall Astra (1.4L, petrol). First registered 04 Feb 2004. Recorded mileage 44,159 miles. MOT valid until 26 Feb 2027. Taxed until 01 Dec 2026.
- Make & Model
- VAUXHALL ASTRA
- Year / Origin
- 2004 · Borehamwood (Luton)
- Safety Recall
- Unknown
- MOT Status
- Valid until 26 Feb 2027
- Road Tax
- Taxed (01 Dec 2026)
- Recorded Mileage
- 44,159 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- Check Required (Pre-Euro 4 Petrol)
- Fuel & Engine
- Petrol · 1.4L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
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KB53 GVC Key Findings
- 24 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 20/02/2026
- 44,159 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 4 historical MOT failures
- 1 defect noted at the latest MOT
- Recurring brakes items (8 mentions)
Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.
KB53 GVC MOT History
Interpretation generated from the recorded test data above — not an official DVSA statement and not a substitute for an independent inspection.
24 MOT tests are recorded for this 2004 Vauxhall Astra (KB53 GVC) between February 2007 and February 2026.
The record contains 20 passes and 4 failures.
The most recent test on 20 February 2026 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: Brakes (8 issues), Tyres (6 issues), Lighting (2 issues), Suspension (1 issue). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.
In total 19 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 Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))”; “Nearside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)”; “Offside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)”.
KB53 GVC Mileage History
- 05/02/200720,540 mi
- 01/02/200824,930 mi+4,390 mi
- 27/02/200927,957 mi+3,027 mi
- 27/02/200927,957 mi
- 24/02/201029,459 mi+1,502 mi
- 18/02/201130,391 mi+932 mi
- 21/02/201231,237 mi+846 mi
- 21/02/201231,242 mi+5 mi
- 14/02/201332,160 mi+918 mi
- 24/02/201433,091 mi+931 mi
- 24/02/201433,102 mi+11 mi
- 19/02/201534,061 mi+959 mi
- 22/02/201635,045 mi+984 mi
- 20/02/201735,941 mi+896 mi
- 23/02/201837,010 mi+1,069 mi
- 25/02/201938,233 mi+1,223 mi
- 21/02/202039,605 mi+1,372 mi
- 23/02/202140,912 mi+1,307 mi
- 16/02/202241,948 mi+1,036 mi
- 24/02/202342,633 mi+685 mi
- 27/02/202342,640 mi+7 mi
- 16/02/202443,299 mi+659 mi
- 19/02/202543,706 mi+407 mi
- 20/02/202644,159 mi+453 mi
Average of roughly 1,240 miles per year across 24 recorded odometer readings.
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MOT Roadworthiness: Good
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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