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AB04 AAB

2004 Vauxhall Astra

Silver Diesel 1686cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 Aug 2016
Tests12 (9 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

118,458 mi
Last recorded118,458 miles
Recorded on27 Jul 2015
Typical for 2004 Vauxhall Astra73,048 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAB04 AAB
MakeVauxhall
ModelAstra
Year2004
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,686cc

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MOT History

9 pass 3 fail
Pass 27 Jul 2015 118,458 miles
Pass 4 Aug 2014 113,158 miles
Pass 30 Jul 2013 106,876 miles
Pass 25 Jul 2012 101,303 miles
Fail 25 Jul 2012 101,303 miles

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Offside Rear Body has a sharp edge caused by damage (6.1.C.1)

Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Pass 22 Jun 2011 95,637 miles

all 4 discs and pads

offside rear light lense rough edge

washers

Pass 22 Jun 2010 90,802 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Fail 22 Jun 2010 90,802 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 25 Jun 2009 72,195 miles
Fail 25 Jun 2009 72,195 miles

Rear Brake lining(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 9 Jun 2008 53,504 miles
Pass 22 Jun 2007 41,230 miles

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

How Reliable is the Vauxhall Astra?

Based on 25,288,868 MOT tests across 2,125,241 vehicles.

71.9%
Pass Rate
6,421
Miles/Year
34
Year Lifespan
2,125,241
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Brake pipe excessively corroded 1,048,496
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 953,502
coil spring broken 442,020
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 393,418
position lamp(s) not working 393,186
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AB04 AAB is a 2004 Vauxhall Astra in Silver with a 1,686cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

Across all 2004 Vauxhall Astra models, the average MOT pass rate is 70.7% with a typical mileage of 73,048 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Vauxhall Astra fails its MOT is brake pipe excessively corroded, accounting for 1,048,496 recorded failures. If you're considering buying AB04 AAB, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Vauxhall Astra typically stays on UK roads for around 34 years. At 22 years old, this Vauxhall Astra is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was AB04 AAB registered?

AB04 AAB is a 2004 Vauxhall Astra, first registered on 28 June 2004.

Is AB04 AAB safe to buy?

The MOT history for AB04 AAB shows 12 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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