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Vauxhall Astra GV04EUP — MOT history, mileage and tax

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2004 Vauxhall Astra

Generated from DVSA record, 6 Oct 2026
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Source DVSA (bulk record)
DVSA record · 6 Oct 2026DVLA fields (tax, ULEZ, CO2, recalls) not loaded yet
Year
2004
Fuel
Petrol
Colour
Silver
Engine
1598cc
CO2
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Euro status
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1 Vehicle identity

Registration
GV04EUP
Make
Vauxhall
Model
Astra
Year
2004
First registered
31 Mar 2004
Fuel
Petrol
Engine
1598cc
Colour
Silver
CO2
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Euro status
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Marked for export
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Wheel plan
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Type approval
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V5C issued
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Vehicle age
22 yr 6 mo
Registration area
Maidstone

2 Tax, MOT & ULEZ

Tax status
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Annual road tax
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MOT status
Valid (as at 27 Sep 2026)
MOT expiry
16 Sep 2027
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Outstanding recall
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First used date
31 Mar 2004
Manufacture date
31 Mar 2004

3 What this car’s MOT record points to

Read from the last two years of this car's own test record, grouped by area. Each line quotes what the tester wrote and the date of the test.

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Brakes

Advisory, 17 Sept 2026: Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material.

Advisory, 24 Nov 2025: Offside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material to rear at rear.

Typical UK garage price for brake pad replacement: £100–£300. Typical UK garage prices for each job, from published UK repair-cost guides, checked September 2026; not a quote.

Critical

Suspension & steering

Major item, 7 Nov 2024: Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint excessively worn. The car passed a test on 11 Nov 2024.

Advisory, 17 Sept 2026: Front Upper Macpherson strut pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement mounting bushes both sides.

Advisory, 11 Nov 2024: Nearside Front Upper Macpherson strut pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement. Recorded at 4 tests.

Advisory, 11 Nov 2024: Nearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil. Recorded at 2 tests.

4 more in the full MOT history below.

Typical UK garage price for coil spring replacement: £175–£400. Typical UK garage prices for each job, from published UK repair-cost guides, checked September 2026; not a quote.

Critical

Tyres

Dangerous item, 7 Nov 2024: Offside Rear Outer Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure wall. The car passed a test on 11 Nov 2024.

Advisory, 24 Nov 2025: Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing. Recorded at 4 tests.

Critical

Lamps & visibility

Major item, 7 Nov 2024: Battery insecure and likely to fall from carrier. The car passed a test on 11 Nov 2024.

Typical UK garage price for lamp or bulb replacement: £30–£200. Typical UK garage prices for each job, from published UK repair-cost guides, checked September 2026; not a quote.

Critical

Structure & corrosion

Major item, 7 Nov 2024: Rear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases box holed. The car passed a test on 11 Nov 2024.

Advisory, 17 Sept 2026: Central Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases.

Advisory, 24 Nov 2025: Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases.

No recent issue

Exhaust & emissions, Engine – oil, Other

Nothing recorded against these in the last two years of tests.

Exhaust & emissions: last recorded 7 Nov 2011 (tester note), outside the two-year window. Engine – oil: last recorded 29 Mar 2007 (tester note), outside the two-year window. Other: last recorded 3 Nov 2016 (advisory), outside the two-year window.

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4 How it compares with other 2004 Astras

Against every Vauxhall Astra first used in 2004 and tested in Great Britain in the 2025 test year (6,176 first-attempt tests) — the most recent full year available.

MeasureThis carTypical 2004 AstraWhat it means
Pass rate, first attempts18 of 21 (86%)56.2% in 2025Higher than the group figure
Fails, first attempts3 of 2135.4% of first testsHigher than the group figure
Fixed during the test (PRS)18.3% of first tests1 on this record
Mileage at its latest test (17 Sept 2026)81,201 miles98,440 (middle half 73,772–126,368)Inside the middle half; not an outlier
Clean passes (no advisories)3 of 2115.3% of first testsIn line with the group figure

"Typical" is every Vauxhall Astra first used in 2004, any fuel or use — not adjusted for mileage. This car's figures are from its own record only. A first attempt is any test not within 10 days after a failed test of this car.

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  1. On this carBrakes. advisory recorded in the last two years (2014, 2018, 2019, 2020, 2025, 2026). Worth looking at the discs and pads through the wheel spokes for scoring and a worn lip, and noticing on a test drive whether the car pulls to one side or the pedal feels long.
  2. On this carSuspension & steering. major item, advisory recorded in the last two years (2007, 2019, 2020, 2021, 2022, 2023, 2024, 2026). Worth looking behind each wheel with a torch at the coil springs and bushes, and listening for knocks over bumps on a test drive.
  3. On this carTyres. dangerous item, advisory recorded in the last two years (2009, 2010, 2013, 2014, 2017, 2021, 2022, 2023, 2024, 2025). Worth checking the tread depth across the whole width of each tyre, and the sidewalls for cuts, cracks and bulges.
  4. On this carLamps & visibility. major item recorded in the last two years (2009, 2010, 2018, 2024). Worth asking someone to watch while you work every lamp and indicator, and checking the wipers clear the screen cleanly.
  5. On this carStructure & corrosion. major item, advisory recorded in the last two years (2017, 2024, 2025, 2026). Worth looking underneath with a torch at the sills, floor and mountings for corrosion.
  6. Nothing recentExhaust & emissions. A top failure area for 2004 Astras. Recorded on this car in 2008, 2009, 2010, 2011, nothing in the last two years. Worth checking that the engine warning light goes out after starting, and noticing any smoke from the exhaust.

This car vs what 2004 Astras usually fail on

Headlamp aim: projected beam image is obviously incorrect13.8%this car: lamps & visibility items recorded 2009, 2010, 2018, 2024
Coil spring: fractured or broken12.1%this car: suspension & steering items recorded 2007, 2019, 2020, 2021, 2022, 2023, 2024, 2026
Malfunction indicator lamp: inoperative or indicates a malfunction11.1%this car: exhaust & emissions items recorded 2008, 2009, 2010, 2011
Position lamp: not working9.1%this car: lamps & visibility items recorded 2009, 2010, 2018, 2024
Stop lamp: not working9.0%this car: lamps & visibility items recorded 2009, 2010, 2018, 2024

Bars: share of 2004 Astra first tests that did not pass first time in 2025 carrying each item, in DVSA's wording. Right-hand note: what this car's own record shows in that area.

Mileage position

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5 MOT history

Tests passed21 of 24
Tests failed3
Plate changesNone
Record sourceGreat Britain (DVSA)
Avg mileage/year3,228 mi
Pass rate88%
First mileage18,347 mi (as at 29 Mar 2007)
Last mileage81,201 mi (as at 17 Sep 2026)
Years on record19.5 yr
Colour at last MOTSilver

Test history

Pass 17 Sep 2026 81,201 mi Expiry 16 Sep 2027
  • Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c)) Advisory
  • Central Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a)) Advisory
  • Front Upper Macpherson strut pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement mounting bushes both sides (5.3.4 (a) (i)) Advisory
Pass 24 Nov 2025 79,122 mi Expiry 23 Nov 2026
  • Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a)) Advisory
  • Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) Advisory
  • Offside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material to rear at rear (1.1.11 (c)) Advisory
Pass 11 Nov 2024 74,587 mi Expiry 17 Nov 2025
  • Nearside Front Upper Macpherson strut pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i)) Advisory
  • Nearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b)) Advisory
  • Offside Front Upper Macpherson strut pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i)) Advisory
Fail 7 Nov 2024 74,587 mi
  • Battery insecure and likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (ii)) Major — failed
  • Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i)) Major — failed
  • Nearside Front Upper Macpherson strut pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i)) Advisory
  • Nearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b)) Advisory
  • Offside Front Upper Macpherson strut pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i)) Advisory
  • Rear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases box holed (6.1.2 (a)) Major — failed
  • Dangerous Offside Rear Outer Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure wall (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) Failed
Pass 10 Nov 2023 74,097 mi Expiry 17 Nov 2024
  • Nearside Front Upper Macpherson strut pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i)) Advisory
  • Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) Advisory
  • Offside Front Upper Macpherson strut pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i)) Advisory
  • Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) Advisory
Pass 25 Oct 2022 72,926 mi Expiry 17 Nov 2023
  • Nearside Front Upper Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c)) Advisory
  • Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) Advisory
  • Offside Front Upper Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c)) Advisory
  • Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) Advisory
Pass 21 Oct 2021 71,107 mi Expiry 17 Nov 2022
  • Nearside Front Upper Macpherson strut pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i)) Advisory
  • Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) Advisory
  • Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) Advisory
  • Offside Front Upper Macpherson strut pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i)) Advisory
  • Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing BADLEY CRACKED (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) Advisory
Pass 27 Oct 2020 69,533 mi Expiry 17 Nov 2021
  • Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i)) Advisory
  • Nearside Front Upper Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i)) Advisory
  • Offside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c)) Advisory
  • Offside Front Upper Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i)) Advisory
Pass 22 Oct 2019 66,873 mi Expiry 17 Nov 2020
  • Front Upper Macpherson strut pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both sides (5.3.4 (a) (i)) Advisory
  • Offside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c)) Advisory
Pass 25 Oct 2018 63,508 mi Expiry 17 Nov 2019
  • Offside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i)) Advisory
  • Offside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c)) Advisory
  • nearside front headlamp aim poor - suspect bulb Advisory
  • offside front headlamp aim poor - lens hazy Advisory
Pass 26 Oct 2017 59,804 mi Expiry 17 Nov 2018
  • Rear both rear tyres perishing Advisory
  • Rear silencer corroded Advisory
Pass 3 Nov 2016 56,597 mi Expiry 17 Nov 2017
  • Nearside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c) Advisory
  • Offside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c) Advisory
Pass 3 Nov 2015 53,780 mi Expiry 17 Nov 2016

No advisories or defects recorded at this test.

Pass 28 Oct 2014 50,208 mi Expiry 17 Nov 2015
  • Nail in nearside rear tyre Tester note
  • Offside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c) Advisory
  • rear silencer deteraited Tester note
Pass 8 Nov 2013 47,505 mi Expiry 17 Nov 2014
  • Nail in nearside rear tyre Tester note
  • rear silencer deteraiting Tester note
Pass 8 Nov 2012 44,355 mi Expiry 17 Nov 2013

No advisories or defects recorded at this test.

Pass 7 Nov 2011 41,364 mi Expiry 17 Nov 2012
  • Offside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c) Advisory
  • rear exhaust silencer corroding Tester note
Pass 18 Nov 2010 37,286 mi Expiry 17 Nov 2011
  • Rear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a) Advisory
Fail 17 Nov 2010 37,286 mi
  • Heavy stepping on inner edge of offside rear Tyre Tester note
  • Nearside Rear Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b) Failed
  • Rear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a) Advisory
  • Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d) Advisory
Pass 15 Mar 2010 33,967 mi Expiry 31 Mar 2011
  • "Stepping" on inner edge of nearside rear Tyre Tester note
  • Rear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a) Advisory
Fail 27 Mar 2009 29,075 mi
  • Rear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a) Advisory
  • Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d) Fixed during test
  • Start of "stepping" on inner edge of nearside rear Tyre Tester note
  • Start of wear on outer edge of nearside front Tyre Tester note
Pass 27 Mar 2009 29,075 mi Expiry 31 Mar 2010
  • Rear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a) Advisory
  • Start of "stepping" on inner edge of nearside rear Tyre Tester note
  • Start of wear on outer edge of nearside front Tyre Tester note
Pass 1 Apr 2008 No odometer Expiry 31 Mar 2009
  • Rear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a) Advisory
Pass 29 Mar 2007 18,347 mi Expiry 31 Mar 2008
  • Oil leak Tester note
  • Steering column universal joint has slight play (2.1.5) Advisory

MOT data sourced from DVSA, used under the Open Government Licence v3.0. DVSA bulk record as of 27 Sep 2026. DVLA-only fields (tax status, tax due, annual road tax, ULEZ/CO2/Euro status, export marker, wheel plan, type approval, V5C date, recalls) are not loaded until someone presses "Check latest from DVLA & DVSA". Sections 3 and 4 are SortedCars’ arithmetic on the same public record and on DVSA test statistics; they describe the record, not the car’s condition, and are not advice about buying it. Always have a used car inspected before you buy. Check the official record at GOV.UK: check MOT history.

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