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CE51 BYH

2001 Vauxhall Astra · Petrol · 1598cc

White Registered in Cardiff, Cymru (Wales) · 25 years old

Vehicle summary

MakeVauxhall
ModelAstra
Year2001
FuelPetrol
Engine1598cc
ColourWhite
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 8 MOT tests on record, passing 4 and failing 4 (50% pass rate). It has 119,244 miles on the clock, averaging 10,044 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 BYH

MOT Status
Due date passed
119,244
Last Mileage
Recorded
8
Total Tests
Since 2006
50%
Pass Rate
4 passed, 4 failed

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

4

MOT failures recorded

Out of 8 tests on record
10,044

Average miles/year

Above UK average of 7,400
2

Gaps in MOT history

Periods with no valid MOT — may have been SORN or untaxed

Mileage Analysis

Above average
Latest reading119,244 miles
Reading date
Miles last year5,399
Average per year10,044
Mileage consistencyConsistent
Mileage over time for CE51 BYH 72k84k96k107k119k '06'10'08

Check CE51 BYH

Full MOT Test History 8 tests on record

FAIL
Mileage119,244 miles
Since last MOT+5,399 miles
PASS
Mileage113,845 miles
Since last MOT+5 miles
FAIL
Mileage113,840 miles
Since last MOT+5,738 miles
PASS
Mileage108,102 miles
Since last MOT+18 miles
FAIL
Mileage108,084 miles
Since last MOT+22,442 miles
PASS
Mileage85,642 miles
Since last MOT+13,439 miles
PASS
Mileage72,203 miles
Since last MOT+14 miles
FAIL
Mileage72,189 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

RegistrationCE51 BYH
MakeVauxhall
ModelAstra
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1598cc
Year2001
First registered
Area codeCE — Cardiff, Cymru (Wales)
Age identifier51 — September 2001 to February 2002

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About CE51 BYH

What car is CE51 BYH?

CE51 BYH is a white Vauxhall Astra, petrol (1598cc). First registered in Cardiff in 2001.

What is the mileage of CE51 BYH?

The last recorded mileage for CE51 BYH was 119,244 miles, recorded on 24 Sep 2010 during its most recent MOT test.

Has CE51 BYH passed its MOT?

CE51 BYH has had 8 MOT tests with a 50% pass rate (4 passes, 4 failures). It last was tested on 24 Sep 2010.

Is CE51 BYH ULEZ compliant?

Based on its fuel type and registration year, CE51 BYH 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 BYH?

CE51 BYH is approximately 25 years old. Age identifier 51 means registered between 1 September 2001 and 28 February 2002.