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FA54 VBK

2004 Vauxhall Astra

Blue Diesel 1700cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 Dec 2017
Tests16 (12 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

125,900 mi
Last recorded125,900 miles
Recorded on21 Dec 2016
Typical for 2004 Vauxhall Astra73,048 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFA54 VBK
MakeVauxhall
ModelAstra
Year2004
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,700cc

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MOT History

12 pass 4 fail
Pass 21 Dec 2016 125,900 miles
Fail 21 Dec 2016 125,900 miles

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

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

Pass 21 Sep 2016 124,253 miles

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

Pass 14 Sep 2015 113,657 miles
Fail 14 Sep 2015 113,657 miles

Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)

Pass 24 Sep 2014 102,484 miles
Pass 25 Sep 2013 92,557 miles
Fail 25 Sep 2013 92,557 miles

Nearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 10 Apr 2013 90,344 miles

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

Fail 1 Feb 2012 80,757 miles

Offside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter insecure to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 1 Feb 2012 80,757 miles
Pass 16 Dec 2010 70,303 miles
Pass 19 Dec 2009 63,872 miles
Pass 15 Nov 2008 55,919 miles
Pass 8 Sep 2008 53,878 miles
Pass 12 Sep 2007 38,966 miles

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

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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FA54 VBK is a 2004 Vauxhall Astra in Blue with a 1,700cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 FA54 VBK, 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 FA54 VBK registered?

FA54 VBK is a 2004 Vauxhall Astra, first registered on 28 September 2004.

Is FA54 VBK safe to buy?

The MOT history for FA54 VBK shows 16 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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