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At a glance
This 2002 Vauxhall Astra Petrol 1598cc has had 1 MOT test on record, passing every one. It has 42,984 miles on the clock at the last MOT. Common Vauxhall Astra issues include central locking door mechanism and passenger compartment wiring connectors.
MOT & Mileage History for AD51 EMK
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Reported issues for this Vauxhall Astra
These are the most commonly reported problems on Vauxhall Astra models (1998–2009), based on owner reports and workshop data across the UK.
Central locking door mechanism (driver's door microswitches and lock motors)
Microswitches in driver's door wear out, interrupting central locking signal; lock motors seize from dirt/moisture. · Typical repair: £100-250 (switches £20-50, motors £50-100 + labour).
Passenger compartment wiring connectors (transverse harness under carpet, front-rear junction)
Connectors corrode from wet carpets (leaks or spills), causing glitches in electrics/ECUs. · Typical repair: £150-400 (harness section £50-150 + drying/labour; full harness £300+).
Rear brake calipers (seizing/pistons)
Caliper pistons corrode/seize, causing uneven pad wear. · Typical repair: £200-450 per side (caliper £80-150 + discs/pads/labour).
Front suspension wheel bearings (integrated in hubs)
Bearings wear prematurely due to hub design, especially on pothole-heavy UK roads. · Typical repair: £250-500 per side (hub assembly £100-200 + labour/alignment).
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Vehicle Details
| Registration | AD51 EMK |
| Make | Vauxhall |
| Model | Astra |
| Colour | Black |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1598cc |
| Year | 2002 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | AD — Peterborough, Anglia |
| Age identifier | 51 — September 2001 to February 2002 |
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About AD51 EMK
What car is AD51 EMK?
AD51 EMK is an black Vauxhall Astra, petrol (1598cc). First registered in Peterborough in 2002.
What is the mileage of AD51 EMK?
The last recorded mileage for AD51 EMK was 42,984 miles, recorded on 31 Aug 2006 during its most recent MOT test.
Has AD51 EMK passed its MOT?
AD51 EMK has had 1 MOT tests with an 100% pass rate (1 pass, 0 failures). It last passed on 31 Aug 2006.
Is AD51 EMK ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, AD51 EMK is likely not ULEZ compliant. As a petrol vehicle registered in 2002, it typically does not meet the Euro 4 emission standard required. This is an estimate — confirm with TfL's ULEZ checker.
How old is AD51 EMK?
AD51 EMK is approximately 24 years old. Age identifier 51 means registered between 1 September 2001 and 28 February 2002.