Archived DVLA Record

2004 Vauxhall Astra 1.6L Petrol · YA04 YEY

YA04 YEY

2004 Vauxhall Astra (1.6L, petrol). First registered 30/06/2004. Recorded mileage 155,766 miles. MOT status: Expired.

Make & Model
VAUXHALL ASTRA
Year / Origin
2004 · Leeds
MOT Status
Valid until 08/10/2025
Road Tax
Recorded Mileage
155,766 mi
ULEZ Compliance
Non-Compliant (Pre-Euro 4 Petrol)
Fuel & Engine
Petrol · 1.6L
Reliability Guide
Common Faults

Archived Record

Registration no longer recorded by DVLA. This usually means the vehicle is now using a private plate.

MOT Status
Expired
Valid until 08/10/2025
Tax Status
Unknown
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Fuel Type
Petrol
Year
2004
Engine
1598cc
Mechanical Assessment

AI-generated interpretation of this vehicle’s MOT record — not an official statement and not a substitute for an independent inspection.

The vehicle presents a stable roadworthiness status, having passed its most recent inspection in October 2024 at 155,766 miles without any recorded defects. While the history shows a pattern of immediate failures followed by passes, the most current result indicates the car is meeting the minimum legal standards for road use. The lack of advisories in the last two tests suggests that the previous owner addressed any minor mechanical issues promptly to keep the vehicle in a clean state of repair. At 22 years old, the recorded mileage of 155,766 miles averages to approximately 7,080 miles per year. This figure is consistent with lower annual usage for a vehicle of this age, which typically reduces the mechanical strain on the drivetrain and engine components. Between October 2022 and October 2023, the car covered 7,924 miles, followed by another 10,066 miles in the subsequent year. This steady progression suggests regular use rather than long periods of standing, which helps prevent the degradation of rubber components and brake seals despite theিয়ে age. A buyer should focus their physical inspection on the structural integrity of the chassis, as 2004 Astra models are prone to corrosion in the sills and rear wheel arches. Although the MOT record shows no recent structural failures, the age of the vehicle means that suspension bushes and coil springs are nearing the end of their functional life. Given the recorded failures in 2022 and 2024, verify the brake system for signs of binding calipers or corro discs, as these are common points of failure on vehicles that are driven less frequently.

YA04 YEY Key Findings

  • 28 MOT tests recorded
  • Latest MOT passed on 07/10/2024
  • 155,766 miles recorded at latest MOT
  • 10 historical MOT failures
  • 4 defects noted at the latest MOT
  • Recurring suspension items (18 mentions)

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

MOT Roadworthiness Analysis
45
/ 100 · Below Average
DVSA Test Records Evaluated

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.

✗ MOT Expired or Failed
! Tax Status Unknown
! Average MOT pass rate (60%)
! Older vehicle
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YA04 YEY Mileage History

  1. 28/06/200712,287 mi
  2. 28/06/200816,492 mi+4,205 mi
  3. 26/06/200919,844 mi+3,352 mi
  4. 26/06/200919,854 mi+10 mi
  5. 29/06/201023,157 mi+3,303 mi
  6. 29/06/201023,159 mi+2 mi
  7. 29/06/201127,651 mi+4,492 mi
  8. 26/06/201231,022 mi+3,371 mi
  9. 01/08/201344,420 mi+13,398 mi
  10. 05/08/201465,237 mi+20,817 mi
  11. 04/08/201574,820 mi+9,583 mi
  12. 13/08/201574,829 mi+9 mi
  13. 03/08/201682,436 mi+7,607 mi
  14. 03/08/201682,436 mi
  15. 24/07/201789,221 mi+6,785 mi
  16. 02/08/201789,263 mi+42 mi
  17. 10/08/201898,434 mi+9,171 mi
  18. 13/08/201898,480 mi+46 mi
  19. 06/08/2019106,810 mi+8,330 mi
  20. 08/08/2019106,812 mi+2 mi
  21. 11/07/2020112,418 mi+5,606 mi
  22. 29/06/2021124,600 mi+12,182 mi
  23. 06/10/2022137,826 mi+13,226 mi
  24. 06/10/2022137,826 mi
  25. 09/10/2023145,700 mi+7,874 mi
  26. 07/10/2024155,766 mi+10,066 mi
  27. 07/10/2024155,766 mi

Average of roughly 8,304 miles per year across 27 recorded odometer readings.

YA04 YEY MOT History

Live data last synced with DVSA: 15 Apr 2026, 17:56
MOT Analysis

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 (YA04 YEY) between October 2022 and October 2024.

The record contains 3 passes and 2 failures.

The most recent test on 07 October 2024 was a pass, although the earlier record includes 2 failures that buyers may want to investigate.

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