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DN51 DPX

2001 Vauxhall Astra · Petrol · 1598cc

Silver Registered in Shrewsbury, Deeside to Shrewsbury · 25 years old

Vehicle summary

MakeVauxhall
ModelAstra
Year2001
FuelPetrol
Engine1598cc
ColourSilver
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 6 and failing 2 (75% pass rate). It has 75,094 miles on the clock, averaging 8,161 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 DN51 DPX

MOT Status
Due date passed
75,094
Last Mileage
Recorded
8
Total Tests
Since 2005
75%
Pass Rate
6 passed, 2 failed

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

2

MOT failures recorded

Out of 8 tests on record
8,161

Average miles/year

Around UK average of 7,400
1

Gap in MOT history

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

Mileage Analysis

About average
Latest reading75,094 miles
Reading date
Average per year8,161
Mileage consistencyConsistent
Mileage over time for DN51 DPX 33k43k54k64k75k '05'11'09

Check DN51 DPX

Full MOT Test History 8 tests on record

PASS
Mileage75,094 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage75,094 miles
Since last MOT+10,109 miles
PASS
Mileage64,985 miles
Since last MOT+11,939 miles
PASS
Mileage53,046 miles
Since last MOT+4,510 miles
PASS
Mileage48,536 miles
Since last MOT+8 miles
FAIL
Mileage48,528 miles
Since last MOT+7,610 miles
PASS
Mileage40,918 miles
Since last MOT+8,319 miles
PASS
Mileage32,599 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

RegistrationDN51 DPX
MakeVauxhall
ModelAstra
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1598cc
Year2001
First registered
Area codeDN — Shrewsbury, Deeside to Shrewsbury
Age identifier51 — September 2001 to February 2002

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About DN51 DPX

What car is DN51 DPX?

DN51 DPX is a silver Vauxhall Astra, petrol (1598cc). First registered in Shrewsbury in 2001.

What is the mileage of DN51 DPX?

The last recorded mileage for DN51 DPX was 75,094 miles, recorded on 26 Feb 2011 during its most recent MOT test.

Has DN51 DPX passed its MOT?

DN51 DPX has had 8 MOT tests with a 75% pass rate (6 passes, 2 failures). It last passed on 26 Feb 2011.

Is DN51 DPX ULEZ compliant?

Based on its fuel type and registration year, DN51 DPX 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 DN51 DPX?

DN51 DPX is approximately 25 years old. Age identifier 51 means registered between 1 September 2001 and 28 February 2002.