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ET51 FOD

2002 Vauxhall Astra · Petrol · 1796cc

Silver Registered in Chelmsford, Essex · 24 years old

Vehicle summary

MakeVauxhall
ModelAstra
Year2002
FuelPetrol
Engine1796cc
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 2002 Vauxhall Astra Petrol 1796cc has had 8 MOT tests on record, passing 7 and failing once (88% pass rate). It has 142,085 miles on the clock, averaging 7,999 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 ET51 FOD

MOT Status
Due date passed
142,085
Last Mileage
Recorded
8
Total Tests
Since 2006
88%
Pass Rate
7 passed, 1 failed

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

1

MOT failure recorded

Out of 8 tests on record
7,999

Average miles/year

Around UK average of 7,400
2

Gaps in MOT history

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

Mileage Analysis

About average
Latest reading142,085 miles
Reading date
Miles last year7,692
Average per year7,999
Mileage consistencyConsistent
Mileage over time for ET51 FOD 80k96k111k127k142k '06'13'10

Check ET51 FOD

Full MOT Test History 8 tests on record

PASS
Mileage142,085 miles
Since last MOT+7,692 miles
FAIL
Mileage134,393 miles
Since last MOT+11,261 miles
PASS
Mileage123,132 miles
Since last MOT+9,217 miles
PASS
Mileage113,915 miles
Since last MOT+9,352 miles
PASS
Mileage104,563 miles
Since last MOT+9,424 miles
PASS
Mileage95,139 miles
Since last MOT+9,513 miles
PASS
Mileage85,626 miles
Since last MOT+5,649 miles
PASS
Mileage79,977 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

RegistrationET51 FOD
MakeVauxhall
ModelAstra
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1796cc
Year2002
First registered
Area codeET — Chelmsford, Essex
Age identifier51 — September 2001 to February 2002

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About ET51 FOD

What car is ET51 FOD?

ET51 FOD is an silver Vauxhall Astra, petrol (1796cc). First registered in Chelmsford in 2002.

What is the mileage of ET51 FOD?

The last recorded mileage for ET51 FOD was 142,085 miles, recorded on 22 Nov 2013 during its most recent MOT test.

Has ET51 FOD passed its MOT?

ET51 FOD has had 8 MOT tests with an 88% pass rate (7 passes, 1 failure). It last passed on 22 Nov 2013.

Is ET51 FOD ULEZ compliant?

Based on its fuel type and registration year, ET51 FOD is likely not ULEZ compliant. As a petrol vehicle registered in 2002, it typically does not meet the Euro 4 emission standard required. This is an estimate — confirm with TfL's ULEZ checker.

How old is ET51 FOD?

ET51 FOD is approximately 24 years old. Age identifier 51 means registered between 1 September 2001 and 28 February 2002.