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At a glance
This 2007 Vauxhall Astra Petrol 1598cc has had 24 MOT tests on record, passing 16 and failing 8 (67% pass rate). It has 138,398 miles on the clock, averaging 7,731 miles per year, around the UK average of 7,400. Common Vauxhall Astra issues include central locking door mechanism and passenger compartment wiring connectors.
MOT & Mileage History for AL51 MXX
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Mileage Analysis
About average| Latest reading | 138,398 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 1,100 |
| Average per year | 7,731 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 24 tests on record
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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 | AL51 MXX |
| Make | Vauxhall |
| Model | Astra |
| Colour | Black |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1598cc |
| Year | 2007 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | AL — Peterborough, Anglia |
| Age identifier | 51 — September 2001 to February 2002 |
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About AL51 MXX
What car is AL51 MXX?
AL51 MXX is an black Vauxhall Astra, petrol (1598cc). First registered in Peterborough in 2007.
What is the mileage of AL51 MXX?
The last recorded mileage for AL51 MXX was 138,398 miles, recorded on 8 Sep 2025 during its most recent MOT test.
Has AL51 MXX passed its MOT?
AL51 MXX has had 24 MOT tests with a 67% pass rate (16 passes, 8 failures). It last passed on 8 Sep 2025.
Is AL51 MXX ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, AL51 MXX is likely ULEZ compliant. Petrol post-2005 (Euro 4). This is an estimate based on typical emission standards — confirm with TfL's ULEZ checker for a definitive answer.
How old is AL51 MXX?
AL51 MXX is approximately 19 years old. Age identifier 51 means registered between 1 September 2001 and 28 February 2002.