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EY51 SCX

2002 Vauxhall Astra · Diesel · 1686cc

White Registered in Chelmsford, Essex · 24 years old

Vehicle summary

MakeVauxhall
ModelAstra
Year2002
FuelDiesel
Engine1686cc
ColourWhite
ULEZ (est.)Likely Non-compliantDiesel pre-2015
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 Diesel 1686cc has had 14 MOT tests on record, passing 8 and failing 6 (57% pass rate). It has 112,739 miles on the clock, averaging 7,529 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 EY51 SCX

MOT Status
Due date passed
112,739
Last Mileage
Recorded
14
Total Tests
Since 2005
57%
Pass Rate
8 passed, 6 failed

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

6

MOT failures recorded

Out of 14 tests on record
7,529

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 reading112,739 miles
Reading date
Miles last year4
Average per year7,529
Mileage consistencyConsistent
Mileage over time for EY51 SCX 57k71k85k99k113k '05'13'11

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Full MOT Test History 14 tests on record

PASS
Mileage112,739 miles
Since last MOT+4 miles
FAIL
Mileage112,735 miles
Since last MOT+3,092 miles
PASS
Mileage109,643 miles
Since last MOT+2,932 miles
PASS
Mileage106,711 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage106,711 miles
Since last MOT+5,501 miles
PASS
Mileage101,210 miles
Since last MOT+2 miles
FAIL
Mileage101,208 miles
Since last MOT+9,910 miles
PASS
Mileage91,298 miles
Since last MOT+2 miles
FAIL
Mileage91,296 miles
Since last MOT+10,763 miles
PASS
Mileage80,533 miles
Since last MOT+2 miles
FAIL
Mileage80,531 miles
Since last MOT+10,143 miles
FAIL
Mileage70,388 miles
Since last MOT+8,904 miles
PASS
Mileage61,484 miles
Since last MOT+4,298 miles
PASS
Mileage57,186 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

RegistrationEY51 SCX
MakeVauxhall
ModelAstra
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1686cc
Year2002
First registered
Area codeEY — Chelmsford, Essex
Age identifier51 — September 2001 to February 2002

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About EY51 SCX

What car is EY51 SCX?

EY51 SCX is an white Vauxhall Astra, diesel (1686cc). First registered in Chelmsford in 2002.

What is the mileage of EY51 SCX?

The last recorded mileage for EY51 SCX was 112,739 miles, recorded on 30 Apr 2013 during its most recent MOT test.

Has EY51 SCX passed its MOT?

EY51 SCX has had 14 MOT tests with a 57% pass rate (8 passes, 6 failures). It last passed on 30 Apr 2013.

Is EY51 SCX ULEZ compliant?

Based on its fuel type and registration year, EY51 SCX is likely not ULEZ compliant. As a diesel vehicle registered in 2002, it typically does not meet the Euro 6 emission standard required. This is an estimate — confirm with TfL's ULEZ checker.

How old is EY51 SCX?

EY51 SCX is approximately 24 years old. Age identifier 51 means registered between 1 September 2001 and 28 February 2002.