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AJ51 EVH

2001 Vauxhall Astra · Diesel · 1686cc

Silver Registered in Peterborough, Anglia · 25 years old

Vehicle summary

MakeVauxhall
ModelAstra
Year2001
FuelDiesel
Engine1686cc
ColourSilver
ULEZ (est.)Likely Non-compliantDiesel pre-2015
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 Diesel 1686cc has had 7 MOT tests on record, passing 4 and failing 3 (57% pass rate). It has 88,397 miles on the clock, averaging 5,155 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 AJ51 EVH

MOT Status
Due date passed
88,397
Last Mileage
Recorded
7
Total Tests
Since 2006
57%
Pass Rate
4 passed, 3 failed

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

3

MOT failures recorded

Out of 7 tests on record
5,155

Average miles/year

Below UK average of 7,400
3

Gaps in MOT history

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

Mileage Analysis

Below average
Latest reading88,397 miles
Reading date
Average per year5,155
Mileage consistencyVariable
Mileage over time for AJ51 EVH 51k60k70k79k88k '06'13'08

Check AJ51 EVH

Full MOT Test History 7 tests on record

PASS
Mileage88,397 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage88,397 miles
Since last MOT+8,527 miles
PASS
Mileage79,870 miles
Since last MOT+5 miles
FAIL
Mileage79,865 miles
Since last MOT+15,720 miles
PASS
Mileage64,145 miles
Since last MOT+13,016 miles
PASS
Mileage51,129 miles
Since last MOT+5 miles
FAIL
Mileage51,124 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

RegistrationAJ51 EVH
MakeVauxhall
ModelAstra
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1686cc
Year2001
First registered
Area codeAJ — Peterborough, Anglia
Age identifier51 — September 2001 to February 2002

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About AJ51 EVH

What car is AJ51 EVH?

AJ51 EVH is an silver Vauxhall Astra, diesel (1686cc). First registered in Peterborough in 2001.

What is the mileage of AJ51 EVH?

The last recorded mileage for AJ51 EVH was 88,397 miles, recorded on 6 Apr 2013 during its most recent MOT test.

Has AJ51 EVH passed its MOT?

AJ51 EVH has had 7 MOT tests with a 57% pass rate (4 passes, 3 failures). It last passed on 6 Apr 2013.

Is AJ51 EVH ULEZ compliant?

Based on its fuel type and registration year, AJ51 EVH is likely not ULEZ compliant. As a diesel vehicle registered in 2001, it typically does not meet the Euro 6 emission standard required. This is an estimate — confirm with TfL's ULEZ checker.

How old is AJ51 EVH?

AJ51 EVH is approximately 25 years old. Age identifier 51 means registered between 1 September 2001 and 28 February 2002.