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This 2001 Vauxhall Astra Lpg 1598cc has had 10 MOT tests on record, passing 6 and failing 4 (60% pass rate). It has 110,201 miles on the clock at the last MOT. Common Vauxhall Astra issues include central locking door mechanism and passenger compartment wiring connectors.
MOT & Mileage History for BG51 UTB
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Mileage Analysis
| Latest reading | 110,201 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | -80,021 |
| 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 | BG51 UTB |
| Make | Vauxhall |
| Model | Astra |
| Colour | Blue |
| Fuel type | Lpg |
| Engine | 1598cc |
| Year | 2001 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | BG — Birmingham, Birmingham |
| Age identifier | 51 — September 2001 to February 2002 |
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About BG51 UTB
What car is BG51 UTB?
BG51 UTB is a blue Vauxhall Astra, lpg (1598cc). First registered in Birmingham in 2001.
What is the mileage of BG51 UTB?
The last recorded mileage for BG51 UTB was 110,201 miles, recorded on 5 Nov 2012 during its most recent MOT test.
Has BG51 UTB passed its MOT?
BG51 UTB has had 10 MOT tests with a 60% pass rate (6 passes, 4 failures). It last was tested on 5 Nov 2012.
How old is BG51 UTB?
BG51 UTB is approximately 25 years old. Age identifier 51 means registered between 1 September 2001 and 28 February 2002.