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At a glance
This 2001 Vauxhall Astra Diesel 1686cc has had 13 MOT tests on record, passing 10 and failing 3 (77% pass rate). It has 158,849 miles on the clock, averaging 12,363 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 EF51 SMU
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Mileage Analysis
Above average| Latest reading | 158,849 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 358 |
| Average per year | 12,363 |
| 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 | EF51 SMU |
| Make | Vauxhall |
| Model | Astra |
| Colour | Blue |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1686cc |
| Year | 2001 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | EF — Chelmsford, Essex |
| Age identifier | 51 — September 2001 to February 2002 |
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About EF51 SMU
What car is EF51 SMU?
EF51 SMU is an blue Vauxhall Astra, diesel (1686cc). First registered in Chelmsford in 2001.
What is the mileage of EF51 SMU?
The last recorded mileage for EF51 SMU was 158,849 miles, recorded on 21 May 2016 during its most recent MOT test.
Has EF51 SMU passed its MOT?
EF51 SMU has had 13 MOT tests with a 77% pass rate (10 passes, 3 failures). It last passed on 21 May 2016.
Is EF51 SMU ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, EF51 SMU is likely not ULEZ compliant. As a diesel vehicle registered in 2001, it typically does not meet the Euro 6 emission standard required. This is an estimate — confirm with TfL's ULEZ checker.
How old is EF51 SMU?
EF51 SMU is approximately 25 years old. Age identifier 51 means registered between 1 September 2001 and 28 February 2002.