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2004 Vauxhall Astra 1.4L Petrol · VA04 RFJ

VA04 RFJ

2004 Vauxhall Astra (1.4L, petrol). First registered 18 Jun 2004. Recorded mileage 126,284 miles. MOT expired on 26 May 2025.

Make & Model
VAUXHALL ASTRA
Year / Origin
2004 · Worcester
Safety Recall
Unknown
MOT Status
Expired on 26 May 2025
Road Tax
—
Recorded Mileage
126,284 mi
ULEZ Compliance
Check Required (Pre-Euro 4 Petrol)
Fuel & Engine
Petrol · 1.4L
Reliability Guide
Common Faults
MOT Status
Expired
Expired on 26 May 2025
Tax Status
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Fuel Type
Petrol
Year
2004
Engine
1364cc
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VA04 RFJ Key Findings

  • 3 MOT tests recorded
  • Latest MOT passed on 28/05/2024
  • 126,284 miles recorded at latest MOT
  • 6 defects noted at the latest MOT
  • Recurring suspension items (6 mentions)

Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.

VA04 RFJ MOT History

Vehicle record last updated: 23 Sept 2026, 04:34
MOT Analysis

Interpretation generated from the recorded test data above — not an official DVSA statement and not a substitute for an independent inspection.

3 MOT tests are recorded for this 2004 Vauxhall Astra (VA04 RFJ) between May 2022 and May 2024.

The record contains 3 passes and 0 failures.

The record shows no MOT failures, although 15 advisory notices note items to monitor.

Across all tests, the most frequently flagged areas are: Suspension (6 issues), Tyres (4 issues), Lighting (4 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.

PASS
FAIL
ADVISORY

VA04 RFJ Mileage History

  1. 18/05/2022118,763 mi
  2. 25/05/2023123,661 mi+4,898 mi
  3. 28/05/2024126,284 mi+2,623 mi

Average of roughly 3,709 miles per year across 3 recorded odometer readings.

Technical Specifications

May be subject to ULEZ charges

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MOT Roadworthiness Analysis
60
/ 100 · Average
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MOT Roadworthiness: Average

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MOT Expired or Failed
Tax Status Unknown
Exceptional MOT pass rate (100%)
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