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At a glance
This 2001 Vauxhall Astra Petrol 1598cc has had 18 MOT tests on record, passing 12 and failing 6 (67% pass rate). It has 168,176 miles on the clock, averaging 9,750 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 DV51 EWU
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Mileage Analysis
Above average| Latest reading | 168,176 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Average per year | 9,750 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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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 | DV51 EWU |
| Make | Vauxhall |
| Model | Astra |
| Colour | Green |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1598cc |
| Year | 2001 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | DV — Shrewsbury, Deeside to Shrewsbury |
| Age identifier | 51 — September 2001 to February 2002 |
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About DV51 EWU
What car is DV51 EWU?
DV51 EWU is a green Vauxhall Astra, petrol (1598cc). First registered in Shrewsbury in 2001.
What is the mileage of DV51 EWU?
The last recorded mileage for DV51 EWU was 168,176 miles, recorded on 6 Sep 2017 during its most recent MOT test.
Has DV51 EWU passed its MOT?
DV51 EWU has had 18 MOT tests with a 67% pass rate (12 passes, 6 failures). It last passed on 6 Sep 2017.
Is DV51 EWU ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, DV51 EWU 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 DV51 EWU?
DV51 EWU is approximately 25 years old. Age identifier 51 means registered between 1 September 2001 and 28 February 2002.