2004 Vauxhall Astra 1.4L Petrol · KB53 PNJ
2004 Vauxhall Astra (1.4L, petrol). First registered 24 Feb 2004. Recorded mileage 91,833 miles. MOT expired on 03 Sept 2025.
- Make & Model
- VAUXHALL ASTRA
- Year / Origin
- 2004 · Borehamwood (Luton)
- Safety Recall
- Unknown
- MOT Status
- Expired on 03 Sept 2025
- Road Tax
- —
- Recorded Mileage
- 91,833 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- Check Required (Pre-Euro 4 Petrol)
- Fuel & Engine
- Petrol · 1.4L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
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KB53 PNJ Key Findings
- 5 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 05/09/2024
- 91,833 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 2 historical MOT failures
- 2 defects noted at the latest MOT
- Recurring suspension items (10 mentions)
Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.
KB53 PNJ 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 (KB53 PNJ) between May 2022 and September 2024.
The record contains 3 passes and 2 failures.
The most recent test on 05 September 2024 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 (10 issues), Brakes (7 issues), Lighting (4 issues), Exhaust & Emissions (4 issues). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.
In total 18 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: “Emissions unable to be completed due to excessive exhaust blow (8.2.1.2 (d))”; “Central Rear Seat belt not functioning as intended (7.1.2 (c))”; “Central Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))”.
KB53 PNJ Mileage History
- 24/05/202287,010 mi
- 19/05/202388,700 mi+1,690 mi
- 26/05/202388,731 mi+31 mi
- 20/08/202491,828 mi+3,097 mi
- 05/09/202491,833 mi+5 mi
Average of roughly 2,110 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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