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AF51 XRY

2001 Vauxhall Astra · Petrol · 1598cc

Red Registered in Peterborough, Anglia · 25 years old

Vehicle summary

MakeVauxhall
ModelAstra
Year2001
FuelPetrol
Engine1598cc
ColourRed
ULEZ (est.)Likely Non-compliantPetrol pre-2006
Est. Annual Tax£165–£265

ULEZ status is estimated based on fuel type and registration year. It may not reflect the actual emission standard of this vehicle. Check with TfL for a definitive answer.

At a glance

This 2001 Vauxhall Astra Petrol 1598cc has had 9 MOT tests on record, passing 7 and failing 2 (78% pass rate). It has 86,366 miles on the clock, averaging 6,367 miles per year, below the UK average of 7,400. Common Vauxhall Astra issues include central locking door mechanism and passenger compartment wiring connectors.

MOT & Mileage History for AF51 XRY

MOT Status
Due date passed
86,366
Last Mileage
Recorded
9
Total Tests
Since 2006
78%
Pass Rate
7 passed, 2 failed

Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.

2

MOT failures recorded

Out of 9 tests on record
6,367

Average miles/year

Below UK average of 7,400
1

Gap in MOT history

Periods with no valid MOT — may have been SORN or untaxed

Mileage Analysis

Below average
Latest reading86,366 miles
Reading date
Average per year6,367
Mileage consistencyVariable
Mileage over time for AF51 XRY 41k52k64k75k86k '06'13'10

Check AF51 XRY

Full MOT Test History 9 tests on record

PASS
Mileage86,366 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage86,366 miles
Since last MOT+13,593 miles
PASS
Mileage72,773 miles
Since last MOT+6,254 miles
PASS
Mileage66,519 miles
Since last MOT+6,192 miles
PASS
Mileage60,327 miles
Since last MOT+4,522 miles
PASS
Mileage55,805 miles
Since last MOT+3,190 miles
PASS
Mileage52,615 miles
Since last MOT+2,074 miles
PASS
Mileage50,541 miles
Since last MOT+9,379 miles
FAIL
Mileage41,162 miles

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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

RegistrationAF51 XRY
MakeVauxhall
ModelAstra
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1598cc
Year2001
First registered
Area codeAF — Peterborough, Anglia
Age identifier51 — September 2001 to February 2002

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About AF51 XRY

What car is AF51 XRY?

AF51 XRY is an red Vauxhall Astra, petrol (1598cc). First registered in Peterborough in 2001.

What is the mileage of AF51 XRY?

The last recorded mileage for AF51 XRY was 86,366 miles, recorded on 29 Jul 2013 during its most recent MOT test.

Has AF51 XRY passed its MOT?

AF51 XRY has had 9 MOT tests with a 78% pass rate (7 passes, 2 failures). It last passed on 29 Jul 2013.

Is AF51 XRY ULEZ compliant?

Based on its fuel type and registration year, AF51 XRY is likely not ULEZ compliant. As a petrol vehicle registered in 2001, it typically does not meet the Euro 4 emission standard required. This is an estimate — confirm with TfL's ULEZ checker.

How old is AF51 XRY?

AF51 XRY is approximately 25 years old. Age identifier 51 means registered between 1 September 2001 and 28 February 2002.