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At a glance
This 2001 Vauxhall Astra Petrol 1796cc has had 16 MOT tests on record, passing 13 and failing 3 (81% pass rate). It has 147,726 miles on the clock, averaging 9,101 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 EX51 OOG
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Mileage Analysis
Above average| Latest reading | 147,726 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 26 |
| Average per year | 9,101 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 16 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 | EX51 OOG |
| Make | Vauxhall |
| Model | Astra |
| Colour | Blue |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1796cc |
| Year | 2001 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | EX — Chelmsford, Essex |
| Age identifier | 51 — September 2001 to February 2002 |
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About EX51 OOG
What car is EX51 OOG?
EX51 OOG is an blue Vauxhall Astra, petrol (1796cc). First registered in Chelmsford in 2001.
What is the mileage of EX51 OOG?
The last recorded mileage for EX51 OOG was 147,726 miles, recorded on 21 Oct 2017 during its most recent MOT test.
Has EX51 OOG passed its MOT?
EX51 OOG has had 16 MOT tests with an 81% pass rate (13 passes, 3 failures). It last passed on 21 Oct 2017.
Is EX51 OOG ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, EX51 OOG 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 EX51 OOG?
EX51 OOG is approximately 25 years old. Age identifier 51 means registered between 1 September 2001 and 28 February 2002.