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AO04 BWX

2004 Vauxhall Astra

Red Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 Apr 2018
Tests16 (11 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate68.8%

Mileage

99,069 mi
Last recorded99,069 miles
Recorded on25 Apr 2017
Typical for 2004 Vauxhall Astra73,048 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAO04 BWX
MakeVauxhall
ModelAstra
Year2004
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

11 pass 5 fail
Pass 25 Apr 2017 99,069 miles
Pass 18 Apr 2016 86,481 miles
Pass 24 Mar 2015 77,259 miles

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

both front brake flexi hose ferules corroded

outer sill covers fitted

play in both front top suspension leg mounts

Fail 24 Mar 2015 77,254 miles

Nearside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

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

both front brake flexi hose ferules corroded

osf tyre bald on edges

outer sill covers fitted

play in both front top suspension leg mounts

Pass 29 Mar 2014 72,544 miles

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

Nearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

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

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

center/rear exhaust corrosion

front shock absorbers weak

Fail 28 Mar 2014 72,544 miles

Nearside Rear Brake hose ferrule excessively corroded (3.6.B.4e)

Offside Rear Brake hose ferrule excessively corroded (3.6.B.4e)

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

Nearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

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

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

center/rear exhaust corrosion

front shock absorbers weak

Pass 5 Apr 2013 67,562 miles

front shock absorbers weak

rear exhaust clamp corroded

Pass 30 Mar 2012 62,077 miles

both front brake pipes corroded by sub frame

nsr abs wiring outer casing damaged

play in both top suspension leg mounts

small dent in nsf wheel arch

Pass 30 Mar 2011 55,771 miles

Nearside Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 10 Apr 2010 49,293 miles

Offside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Fail 10 Apr 2010 49,293 miles

Offside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

Offside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 8 Apr 2009 41,796 miles

o/s rear tyre very slightly mis-shaped

Pass 9 Apr 2008 34,602 miles
Fail 9 Apr 2008 34,602 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

Fail 26 Mar 2007 30,418 miles

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 26 Mar 2007 30,418 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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AO04 BWX is a 2004 Vauxhall Astra in Red with a 1,598cc 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 AO04 BWX, 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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AO04 BWX is a 2004 Vauxhall Astra, first registered on 23 April 2004.

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