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LJ04 LRP

2004 Opel Astra

Blue Diesel 1686cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires9 Aug 2026
Tests20 (18 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate90%

Mileage

136,642 mi
Last recorded136,642 miles
Recorded on1 Aug 2025
Typical for 2004 Opel Astra89,577 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLJ04 LRP
MakeOpel
ModelAstra
Year2004
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,686cc

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MOT History

18 pass 2 fail
Pass 1 Aug 2025 136,642 miles
Pass 6 Aug 2024 134,803 miles
Pass 12 Jul 2023 132,167 miles

Direction indicator slightly discoloured Both front (4.4.3 (a))

Surface corrosion both front metal brake lines

Surface corrosion rear exhaust box

Pass 18 Jul 2022 129,033 miles
Fail 14 Jul 2022 129,012 miles

Offside Rear Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 19 Jul 2021 124,825 miles

Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge BOTH rear tyres slight wear on inner edges (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 10 Aug 2020 122,039 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2019 115,898 miles
Pass 18 Jun 2018 107,119 miles
Pass 26 May 2017 95,467 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Pass 2 Jun 2016 86,771 miles
Pass 19 May 2015 78,229 miles

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

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 24 May 2014 70,327 miles
Fail 16 May 2014 70,112 miles

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

Nearside Front Headlamp excessively deteriorated so that the light output is severely reduced (1.7.5a)

Offside Front Anti-roll bar has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Headlamp excessively deteriorated so that the light output is severely reduced (1.7.5a)

Pass 29 May 2013 64,696 miles
Pass 19 May 2012 58,659 miles
Pass 18 May 2011 52,520 miles
Pass 4 May 2010 43,023 miles

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Pass 4 Jun 2009 31,023 miles
Pass 13 Feb 2008 30,517 miles

How Reliable is the Opel Astra?

Based on 26,435 MOT tests across 2,496 vehicles.

69.2%
Pass Rate
5,852
Miles/Year
28
Year Lifespan
2,496
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Brake pipe excessively corroded 1,737
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 1,212
position lamp(s) not working 748
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 621
Stop lamp not working 589
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LJ04 LRP is a 2004 Opel Astra in Blue with a 1,686cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90%.

Across all 2004 Opel Astra models, the average MOT pass rate is 67.3% with a typical mileage of 89,577 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Opel Astra fails its MOT is brake pipe excessively corroded, accounting for 1,737 recorded failures. If you're considering buying LJ04 LRP, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Opel Astra typically stays on UK roads for around 28 years. At 22 years old, this Opel Astra is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was LJ04 LRP registered?

LJ04 LRP is a 2004 Opel Astra, first registered on 31 December 2004.

Is LJ04 LRP safe to buy?

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