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AF54 HXD

2004 Vauxhall Astra

Blue Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 Sep 2018
Tests16 (11 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate68.8%

Mileage

135,996 mi
Last recorded135,996 miles
Recorded on26 Sep 2017
Typical for 2004 Vauxhall Astra73,048 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAF54 HXD
MakeVauxhall
ModelAstra
Year2004
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

11 pass 5 fail
Pass 26 Sep 2017 135,996 miles

Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced both (1.7.5a)

o/s mirror cover missing

Fail 26 Sep 2017 135,996 miles

Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced both (1.7.5a)

Nearside Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

o/s mirror cover missing

Pass 20 Sep 2016 128,743 miles

Offside mirror cover missing

Fail 20 Sep 2016 128,743 miles

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

Offside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Offside Headlamp aim not tested (1.8.A.1c)

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Offside mirror cover missing

Pass 23 Sep 2015 125,499 miles

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

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

Fail 23 Sep 2015 125,499 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

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

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

Pass 22 Sep 2014 120,422 miles
Pass 24 Sep 2013 115,166 miles

Offside Obligatory mirror obscured but not seriously affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)

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

Fail 24 Sep 2013 115,166 miles

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Nearside Front Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

Nearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Front Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Obligatory mirror obscured but not seriously affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)

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

Pass 31 Aug 2012 110,731 miles

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

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

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

Pass 19 Sep 2011 98,290 miles

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

Fail 19 Sep 2011 98,290 miles

Nearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Nearside Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Offside Rear Direction indicators incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

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

Pass 31 Aug 2010 82,546 miles

Offside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

front brake discs worn/lipped

nsr tyre tread wearing low

Pass 4 Sep 2009 66,057 miles
Pass 1 Sep 2008 47,157 miles
Pass 31 Aug 2007 29,479 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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AF54 HXD is a 2004 Vauxhall Astra in Blue with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 68.8%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 AF54 HXD, 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 AF54 HXD registered?

AF54 HXD is a 2004 Vauxhall Astra, first registered on 6 September 2004.

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