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At a glance
This 2001 Vauxhall Astra Petrol 1598cc has had 21 MOT tests on record, passing 11 and failing 10 (52% pass rate). It has 145,306 miles on the clock, averaging 7,888 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 FH51 BVU
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Mileage Analysis
About average| Latest reading | 145,306 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 2 |
| Average per year | 7,888 |
| Mileage consistency | Consistent |
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Full MOT Test History 21 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 | FH51 BVU |
| Make | Vauxhall |
| Model | Astra |
| Colour | Black |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1598cc |
| Year | 2001 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | FH — Nottingham, Forest and Fens |
| Age identifier | 51 — September 2001 to February 2002 |
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About FH51 BVU
What car is FH51 BVU?
FH51 BVU is an black Vauxhall Astra, petrol (1598cc). First registered in Nottingham in 2001.
What is the mileage of FH51 BVU?
The last recorded mileage for FH51 BVU was 145,306 miles, recorded on 6 Oct 2016 during its most recent MOT test.
Has FH51 BVU passed its MOT?
FH51 BVU has had 21 MOT tests with a 52% pass rate (11 passes, 10 failures). It last passed on 6 Oct 2016.
Is FH51 BVU ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, FH51 BVU 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 FH51 BVU?
FH51 BVU is approximately 25 years old. Age identifier 51 means registered between 1 September 2001 and 28 February 2002.