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At a glance
This 2002 Vauxhall Astra Petrol 1598cc has had 22 MOT tests on record, passing 14 and failing 8 (64% pass rate). It has 152,738 miles on the clock, averaging 8,719 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 BP51 YGH
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Mileage Analysis
About average| Latest reading | 152,738 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Average per year | 8,719 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 22 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 | BP51 YGH |
| Make | Vauxhall |
| Model | Astra |
| Colour | Blue |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1598cc |
| Year | 2002 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | BP — Birmingham, Birmingham |
| Age identifier | 51 — September 2001 to February 2002 |
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About BP51 YGH
What car is BP51 YGH?
BP51 YGH is a blue Vauxhall Astra, petrol (1598cc). First registered in Birmingham in 2002.
What is the mileage of BP51 YGH?
The last recorded mileage for BP51 YGH was 152,738 miles, recorded on 22 Jun 2019 during its most recent MOT test.
Has BP51 YGH passed its MOT?
BP51 YGH has had 22 MOT tests with a 64% pass rate (14 passes, 8 failures). It last passed on 22 Jun 2019.
Is BP51 YGH ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, BP51 YGH is likely not ULEZ compliant. As a petrol vehicle registered in 2002, it typically does not meet the Euro 4 emission standard required. This is an estimate — confirm with TfL's ULEZ checker.
How old is BP51 YGH?
BP51 YGH is approximately 24 years old. Age identifier 51 means registered between 1 September 2001 and 28 February 2002.