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ET51 NXG

2002 Vauxhall Astra · Petrol · 1598cc

Black Registered in Chelmsford, Essex · 24 years old

Vehicle summary

MakeVauxhall
ModelAstra
Year2002
FuelPetrol
Engine1598cc
ColourBlack
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 1598cc has had 10 MOT tests on record, passing 8 and failing 2 (80% pass rate). It has 105,255 miles on the clock, averaging 8,978 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 NXG

MOT Status
Due date passed
105,255
Last Mileage
Recorded
10
Total Tests
Since 2006
80%
Pass Rate
8 passed, 2 failed

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

2

MOT failures recorded

Out of 10 tests on record
8,978

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 reading105,255 miles
Reading date
Miles last year11,566
Average per year8,978
Mileage consistencyConsistent
Mileage over time for ET51 NXG 43k58k74k90k105k '06'13'09

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Full MOT Test History 10 tests on record

PASS
Mileage105,255 miles
Since last MOT+11,566 miles
PASS
Mileage93,689 miles
Since last MOT+13,495 miles
PASS
Mileage80,194 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage80,194 miles
Since last MOT+4,786 miles
PASS
Mileage75,408 miles
Since last MOT+5,001 miles
PASS
Mileage70,407 miles
Since last MOT+8,247 miles
PASS
Mileage62,160 miles
Since last MOT+12,251 miles
PASS
Mileage49,909 miles
Since last MOT+7,281 miles
PASS
Mileage42,628 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage42,628 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 NXG
MakeVauxhall
ModelAstra
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1598cc
Year2002
First registered
Area codeET — Chelmsford, Essex
Age identifier51 — September 2001 to February 2002

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About ET51 NXG

What car is ET51 NXG?

ET51 NXG is an black Vauxhall Astra, petrol (1598cc). First registered in Chelmsford in 2002.

What is the mileage of ET51 NXG?

The last recorded mileage for ET51 NXG was 105,255 miles, recorded on 29 Jan 2013 during its most recent MOT test.

Has ET51 NXG passed its MOT?

ET51 NXG has had 10 MOT tests with an 80% pass rate (8 passes, 2 failures). It last passed on 29 Jan 2013.

Is ET51 NXG ULEZ compliant?

Based on its fuel type and registration year, ET51 NXG 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 NXG?

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