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FM51 AWJ

2002 Vauxhall Astra · Petrol · 2198cc

Blue Registered in Nottingham, Forest and Fens · 24 years old

Vehicle summary

MakeVauxhall
ModelAstra
Year2002
FuelPetrol
Engine2198cc
ColourBlue
ULEZ (est.)Likely Non-compliantPetrol pre-2006
Est. Annual Tax£265–£630

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 2198cc has had 12 MOT tests on record, passing 8 and failing 4 (67% pass rate). It has 120,049 miles on the clock, averaging 7,956 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 FM51 AWJ

MOT Status
Due date passed
120,049
Last Mileage
Recorded
12
Total Tests
Since 2006
67%
Pass Rate
8 passed, 4 failed

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

4

MOT failures recorded

Out of 12 tests on record
7,956

Average miles/year

Around UK average of 7,400
2

Gaps in MOT history

Periods with no valid MOT — may have been SORN or untaxed

Mileage Analysis

About average
Latest reading120,049 miles
Reading date
Miles last year2,694
Average per year7,956
Mileage consistencyVariable
Mileage over time for FM51 AWJ 68k81k94k107k120k '06'12'09

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Full MOT Test History 12 tests on record

PASS
Mileage120,049 miles
Since last MOT+2,694 miles
PASS
Mileage117,355 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage117,355 miles
Since last MOT+3,480 miles
PASS
Mileage113,875 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage113,875 miles
Since last MOT+5,149 miles
PASS
Mileage108,726 miles
Since last MOT+2 miles
PASS
Mileage108,724 miles
Since last MOT+9,431 miles
PASS
Mileage99,293 miles
Since last MOT+13,714 miles
PASS
Mileage85,579 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage85,579 miles
Since last MOT+17,875 miles
PASS
Mileage67,704 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage67,704 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

RegistrationFM51 AWJ
MakeVauxhall
ModelAstra
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2198cc
Year2002
First registered
Area codeFM — Nottingham, Forest and Fens
Age identifier51 — September 2001 to February 2002

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About FM51 AWJ

What car is FM51 AWJ?

FM51 AWJ is an blue Vauxhall Astra, petrol (2198cc). First registered in Nottingham in 2002.

What is the mileage of FM51 AWJ?

The last recorded mileage for FM51 AWJ was 120,049 miles, recorded on 3 Aug 2012 during its most recent MOT test.

Has FM51 AWJ passed its MOT?

FM51 AWJ has had 12 MOT tests with a 67% pass rate (8 passes, 4 failures). It last passed on 3 Aug 2012.

Is FM51 AWJ ULEZ compliant?

Based on its fuel type and registration year, FM51 AWJ 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 FM51 AWJ?

FM51 AWJ is approximately 24 years old. Age identifier 51 means registered between 1 September 2001 and 28 February 2002.