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AE54 XKC

2004 Vauxhall Astra

Blue Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Apr 2017
Tests13 (10 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate76.9%

Mileage

110,112 mi
Last recorded110,112 miles
Recorded on19 Apr 2016
Typical for 2004 Vauxhall Astra73,048 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAE54 XKC
MakeVauxhall
ModelAstra
Year2004
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

10 pass 3 fail
Pass 19 Apr 2016 110,112 miles

Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil both (2.7.3)

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Fail 19 Apr 2016 110,112 miles

Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm both (4.1.E.1)

Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect both (1.8.A.1b)

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

Offside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Steering column movement between the shaft and steering wheel (2.1.2b)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil both (2.7.3)

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Pass 16 Apr 2015 102,442 miles
Pass 14 Apr 2014 101,672 miles
Pass 24 May 2013 95,798 miles

Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

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

Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

Pass 4 May 2012 89,591 miles

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

Fail 4 May 2012 89,591 miles

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

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

Pass 3 May 2011 84,725 miles
Pass 8 May 2010 78,954 miles

Nearside front tyre is worn to the limit

Pass 13 May 2009 73,561 miles
Pass 15 May 2008 67,310 miles

nearside rear tyre getting low on tread

offside rear tyre wearing unevenly

slight play in both steering arms

Fail 15 May 2008 67,310 miles

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

nearside rear tyre getting low on tread

offside rear tyre wearing unevenly

slight play in both steering arms

Pass 30 Aug 2007 57,732 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

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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AE54 XKC is a 2004 Vauxhall Astra in Blue with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.9%.

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 AE54 XKC, 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 AE54 XKC registered?

AE54 XKC is a 2004 Vauxhall Astra, first registered on 1 September 2004.

Is AE54 XKC safe to buy?

The MOT history for AE54 XKC shows 13 tests with a 76.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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