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At a glance
This 2001 Vauxhall Astra Diesel 1995cc has had 15 MOT tests on record, passing 12 and failing 3 (80% pass rate). It has 170,304 miles on the clock, averaging 6,481 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 AM51 XLC
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Mileage Analysis
Below average| Latest reading | 170,304 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 5,918 |
| Average per year | 6,481 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 15 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 | AM51 XLC |
| Make | Vauxhall |
| Model | Astra |
| Colour | Silver |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1995cc |
| Year | 2001 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | AM — Peterborough, Anglia |
| Age identifier | 51 — September 2001 to February 2002 |
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About AM51 XLC
What car is AM51 XLC?
AM51 XLC is an silver Vauxhall Astra, diesel (1995cc). First registered in Peterborough in 2001.
What is the mileage of AM51 XLC?
The last recorded mileage for AM51 XLC was 170,304 miles, recorded on 9 May 2016 during its most recent MOT test.
Has AM51 XLC passed its MOT?
AM51 XLC has had 15 MOT tests with an 80% pass rate (12 passes, 3 failures). It last passed on 9 May 2016.
Is AM51 XLC ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, AM51 XLC 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 AM51 XLC?
AM51 XLC is approximately 25 years old. Age identifier 51 means registered between 1 September 2001 and 28 February 2002.