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AV51 OBP

2001 Vauxhall Astra · Petrol · 1598cc

Green Registered in Ipswich, Anglia · 25 years old

Vehicle summary

MakeVauxhall
ModelAstra
Year2001
FuelPetrol
Engine1598cc
ColourGreen
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 5 MOT tests on record, passing 4 and failing once (80% pass rate). It has 110,510 miles on the clock, averaging 12,263 miles per year, above the UK average of 7,400. Common Vauxhall Astra issues include central locking door mechanism and passenger compartment wiring connectors.

MOT & Mileage History for AV51 OBP

MOT Status
Due date passed
110,510
Last Mileage
Recorded
5
Total Tests
Since 2005
80%
Pass Rate
4 passed, 1 failed

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

1

MOT failure recorded

Out of 5 tests on record
12,263

Average miles/year

Above UK average of 7,400
0

Gaps in MOT history

No gaps detected in MOT coverage

Mileage Analysis

Above average
Latest reading110,510 miles
Reading date
Miles last year9,327
Average per year12,263
Mileage consistencyConsistent
Mileage over time for AV51 OBP 62k74k86k98k111k '05'09'07

Check AV51 OBP

Full MOT Test History 5 tests on record

FAIL
Mileage110,510 miles
Since last MOT+9,327 miles
PASS
Mileage101,183 miles
Since last MOT+7,184 miles
PASS
Mileage93,999 miles
Since last MOT+13,360 miles
PASS
Mileage80,639 miles
Since last MOT+18,978 miles
PASS
Mileage61,661 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

RegistrationAV51 OBP
MakeVauxhall
ModelAstra
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1598cc
Year2001
First registered
Area codeAV — Ipswich, Anglia
Age identifier51 — September 2001 to February 2002

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About AV51 OBP

What car is AV51 OBP?

AV51 OBP is an green Vauxhall Astra, petrol (1598cc). First registered in Ipswich in 2001.

What is the mileage of AV51 OBP?

The last recorded mileage for AV51 OBP was 110,510 miles, recorded on 25 Nov 2009 during its most recent MOT test.

Has AV51 OBP passed its MOT?

AV51 OBP has had 5 MOT tests with an 80% pass rate (4 passes, 1 failure). It last was tested on 25 Nov 2009.

Is AV51 OBP ULEZ compliant?

Based on its fuel type and registration year, AV51 OBP 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 AV51 OBP?

AV51 OBP is approximately 25 years old. Age identifier 51 means registered between 1 September 2001 and 28 February 2002.