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At a glance
This 2001 Vauxhall Astra Diesel 1686cc has had 17 MOT tests on record, passing 13 and failing 4 (76% pass rate). It has 111,536 miles on the clock, averaging 6,604 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 BT51 KJU
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Mileage Analysis
Below average| Latest reading | 111,536 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 7,358 |
| Average per year | 6,604 |
| Mileage consistency | Consistent |
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Full MOT Test History 17 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 | BT51 KJU |
| Make | Vauxhall |
| Model | Astra |
| Colour | White |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1686cc |
| Year | 2001 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | BT — Birmingham, Birmingham |
| Age identifier | 51 — September 2001 to February 2002 |
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About BT51 KJU
What car is BT51 KJU?
BT51 KJU is a white Vauxhall Astra, diesel (1686cc). First registered in Birmingham in 2001.
What is the mileage of BT51 KJU?
The last recorded mileage for BT51 KJU was 111,536 miles, recorded on 23 Feb 2018 during its most recent MOT test.
Has BT51 KJU passed its MOT?
BT51 KJU has had 17 MOT tests with a 76% pass rate (13 passes, 4 failures). It last passed on 23 Feb 2018.
Is BT51 KJU ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, BT51 KJU 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 BT51 KJU?
BT51 KJU is approximately 25 years old. Age identifier 51 means registered between 1 September 2001 and 28 February 2002.