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AE54 XUA

2004 Vauxhall Astra

Silver Diesel 1686cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 Dec 2017
Tests14 (10 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

245,853 mi
Last recorded245,853 miles
Recorded on8 Nov 2016
Typical for 2004 Vauxhall Astra73,048 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAE54 XUA
MakeVauxhall
ModelAstra
Year2004
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,686cc

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MOT History

10 pass 4 fail
Pass 8 Nov 2016 245,853 miles

Nearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Offside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

unable to source oil leak under bonnet , advise further investigation

Fail 8 Nov 2016 245,853 miles

Nearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

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

Offside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

unable to source oil leak under bonnet , advise further investigation

Pass 1 Dec 2015 242,853 miles

oil leak on under sheild

Fail 27 Nov 2015 242,824 miles

Nearside Rear coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)

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

Offside Rear coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)

oil leak on under sheild

Pass 15 Nov 2014 225,266 miles

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

Pass 26 Nov 2013 197,080 miles
Fail 26 Nov 2013 197,067 miles

Exhaust emits an excessive level of metered smoke for a turbo charged engine (7.4.B.3b)

Fuel system component leaking (7.2.3)

Pass 29 Nov 2012 175,233 miles
Pass 6 Dec 2011 152,360 miles
Pass 9 Nov 2010 124,794 miles
Pass 23 Nov 2009 100,058 miles
Pass 28 Nov 2008 81,682 miles
Fail 28 Nov 2008 81,682 miles

Nearside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

Pass 6 Dec 2007 62,445 miles

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 XUA is a 2004 Vauxhall Astra in Silver with a 1,686cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

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 XUA, 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 XUA registered?

AE54 XUA is a 2004 Vauxhall Astra, first registered on 1 July 2004.

Is AE54 XUA safe to buy?

The MOT history for AE54 XUA shows 14 tests with a 71.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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