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At a glance
This 2001 Vauxhall Astra Petrol 2198cc has had 13 MOT tests on record, passing 10 and failing 3 (77% pass rate). It has 87,566 miles on the clock, averaging 3,020 miles per year, well 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 CV51 UMO
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Mileage Analysis
Low mileage| Latest reading | 87,566 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Average per year | 3,020 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 13 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 | CV51 UMO |
| Make | Vauxhall |
| Model | Astra |
| Colour | Grey |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 2198cc |
| Year | 2001 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | CV — Swansea, Cymru (Wales) |
| Age identifier | 51 — September 2001 to February 2002 |
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About CV51 UMO
What car is CV51 UMO?
CV51 UMO is a grey Vauxhall Astra, petrol (2198cc). First registered in Swansea in 2001.
What is the mileage of CV51 UMO?
The last recorded mileage for CV51 UMO was 87,566 miles, recorded on 2 Jul 2020 during its most recent MOT test.
Has CV51 UMO passed its MOT?
CV51 UMO has had 13 MOT tests with a 77% pass rate (10 passes, 3 failures). It last passed on 2 Jul 2020.
Is CV51 UMO ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, CV51 UMO 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 CV51 UMO?
CV51 UMO is approximately 25 years old. Age identifier 51 means registered between 1 September 2001 and 28 February 2002.