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AJ54 BNZ

2004 Vauxhall Astra

Silver Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Nov 2019
Tests15 (13 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate86.7%

Mileage

78,896 mi
Last recorded78,896 miles
Recorded on19 Nov 2018
Typical for 2004 Vauxhall Astra73,048 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAJ54 BNZ
MakeVauxhall
ModelAstra
Year2004
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

13 pass 2 fail
Pass 19 Nov 2018 78,896 miles

Both headlamp lenses faded

Pass 25 Oct 2017 76,631 miles

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

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

Pass 25 Oct 2016 73,339 miles
Fail 25 Oct 2016 73,336 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

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

engine oil leak from oil pressure switch

Pass 2 Nov 2015 70,778 miles
Pass 30 Oct 2014 67,715 miles

rear exhaust silencer in poor condition

Pass 30 Oct 2013 64,858 miles

nearside rear tyre perishing

Pass 29 Oct 2012 61,374 miles
Pass 27 Oct 2011 56,555 miles
Fail 27 Oct 2011 56,555 miles

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

Pass 3 Nov 2010 48,654 miles
Pass 20 Oct 2009 36,578 miles
Pass 29 Oct 2008 28,898 miles

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

Pass 23 Oct 2007 20,863 miles

Nearside Front 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 7 Nov 2006 14,394 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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AJ54 BNZ is a 2004 Vauxhall Astra in Silver with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.7%.

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 AJ54 BNZ, 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 AJ54 BNZ registered?

AJ54 BNZ is a 2004 Vauxhall Astra, first registered on 29 October 2004.

Is AJ54 BNZ safe to buy?

The MOT history for AJ54 BNZ shows 15 tests with a 86.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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