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At a glance
This 2001 Vauxhall Astra Petrol 1598cc has had 14 MOT tests on record, passing 11 and failing 3 (79% pass rate). It has 193,450 miles on the clock, averaging 13,068 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 EY51 SBZ
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Mileage Analysis
Above average| Latest reading | 193,450 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 4,441 |
| Average per year | 13,068 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 14 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 | EY51 SBZ |
| Make | Vauxhall |
| Model | Astra |
| Colour | Black |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1598cc |
| Year | 2001 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | EY — Chelmsford, Essex |
| Age identifier | 51 — September 2001 to February 2002 |
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About EY51 SBZ
What car is EY51 SBZ?
EY51 SBZ is an black Vauxhall Astra, petrol (1598cc). First registered in Chelmsford in 2001.
What is the mileage of EY51 SBZ?
The last recorded mileage for EY51 SBZ was 193,450 miles, recorded on 16 Feb 2016 during its most recent MOT test.
Has EY51 SBZ passed its MOT?
EY51 SBZ has had 14 MOT tests with a 79% pass rate (11 passes, 3 failures). It last passed on 16 Feb 2016.
Is EY51 SBZ ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, EY51 SBZ 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 EY51 SBZ?
EY51 SBZ is approximately 25 years old. Age identifier 51 means registered between 1 September 2001 and 28 February 2002.