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At a glance
This 2001 Vauxhall Astra Petrol 1598cc has had 11 MOT tests on record, passing 7 and failing 4 (64% pass rate). It has 178,387 miles on the clock, averaging 11,075 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 CE51 BWV
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Mileage Analysis
Above average| Latest reading | 178,387 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 5,932 |
| Average per year | 11,075 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 11 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 | CE51 BWV |
| Make | Vauxhall |
| Model | Astra |
| Colour | Silver |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1598cc |
| Year | 2001 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | CE — Cardiff, Cymru (Wales) |
| Age identifier | 51 — September 2001 to February 2002 |
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About CE51 BWV
What car is CE51 BWV?
CE51 BWV is a silver Vauxhall Astra, petrol (1598cc). First registered in Cardiff in 2001.
What is the mileage of CE51 BWV?
The last recorded mileage for CE51 BWV was 178,387 miles, recorded on 25 Feb 2014 during its most recent MOT test.
Has CE51 BWV passed its MOT?
CE51 BWV has had 11 MOT tests with a 64% pass rate (7 passes, 4 failures). It last was tested on 25 Feb 2014.
Is CE51 BWV ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, CE51 BWV 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 CE51 BWV?
CE51 BWV is approximately 25 years old. Age identifier 51 means registered between 1 September 2001 and 28 February 2002.