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At a glance
This 2001 Vauxhall Astra Diesel 1995cc has had 10 MOT tests on record, passing 9 and failing once (90% pass rate). It has 87,267 miles on the clock, averaging 8,473 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 AO51 VZJ
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Mileage Analysis
About average| Latest reading | 87,267 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 8,556 |
| Average per year | 8,473 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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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 | AO51 VZJ |
| Make | Vauxhall |
| Model | Astra |
| Colour | Silver |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1995cc |
| Year | 2001 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | AO — Norwich, Anglia |
| Age identifier | 51 — September 2001 to February 2002 |
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About AO51 VZJ
What car is AO51 VZJ?
AO51 VZJ is an silver Vauxhall Astra, diesel (1995cc). First registered in Norwich in 2001.
What is the mileage of AO51 VZJ?
The last recorded mileage for AO51 VZJ was 87,267 miles, recorded on 25 Mar 2014 during its most recent MOT test.
Has AO51 VZJ passed its MOT?
AO51 VZJ has had 10 MOT tests with an 90% pass rate (9 passes, 1 failure). It last passed on 25 Mar 2014.
Is AO51 VZJ ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, AO51 VZJ 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 AO51 VZJ?
AO51 VZJ is approximately 25 years old. Age identifier 51 means registered between 1 September 2001 and 28 February 2002.