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At a glance
This 2002 Vauxhall Astra Diesel 1686cc has had 23 MOT tests on record, passing 14 and failing 9 (61% pass rate). It has 119,257 miles on the clock, averaging 827 miles per year, well below 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 CKF
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Mileage Analysis
Low mileage| Latest reading | 119,257 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Average per year | 827 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 23 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 | FM51 CKF |
| Make | Vauxhall |
| Model | Astra |
| Colour | White |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1686cc |
| Year | 2002 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | FM — Nottingham, Forest and Fens |
| Age identifier | 51 — September 2001 to February 2002 |
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About FM51 CKF
What car is FM51 CKF?
FM51 CKF is an white Vauxhall Astra, diesel (1686cc). First registered in Nottingham in 2002.
What is the mileage of FM51 CKF?
The last recorded mileage for FM51 CKF was 119,257 miles, recorded on 28 Aug 2019 during its most recent MOT test.
Has FM51 CKF passed its MOT?
FM51 CKF has had 23 MOT tests with a 61% pass rate (14 passes, 9 failures). It last passed on 28 Aug 2019.
Is FM51 CKF ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, FM51 CKF 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 FM51 CKF?
FM51 CKF is approximately 24 years old. Age identifier 51 means registered between 1 September 2001 and 28 February 2002.