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FN51 EEB

2001 Vauxhall Astra · Petrol · 2198cc

Black Registered in Nottingham, Forest and Fens · 25 years old

Vehicle summary

MakeVauxhall
ModelAstra
Year2001
FuelPetrol
Engine2198cc
ColourBlack
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 2001 Vauxhall Astra Petrol 2198cc has had 10 MOT tests on record, passing 8 and failing 2 (80% pass rate). It has 52,974 miles on the clock, averaging 5,807 miles per year, 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 FN51 EEB

MOT Status
Due date passed
52,974
Last Mileage
Recorded
10
Total Tests
Since 2006
80%
Pass Rate
8 passed, 2 failed

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

2

MOT failures recorded

Out of 10 tests on record
5,807

Average miles/year

Below UK average of 7,400
1

Gap in MOT history

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

Mileage Analysis

Below average
Latest reading52,974 miles
Reading date
Miles last year11,475
Average per year5,807
Mileage consistencyVariable
Mileage over time for FN51 EEB 10k21k31k42k53k '06'14'10

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Full MOT Test History 10 tests on record

PASS
Mileage52,974 miles
Since last MOT+11,475 miles
PASS
Mileage41,499 miles
Since last MOT+7,770 miles
PASS
Mileage33,729 miles
Since last MOT+8,418 miles
PASS
Mileage25,311 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage25,311 miles
Since last MOT+8,100 miles
PASS
Mileage17,211 miles
Since last MOT+21 miles
FAIL
Mileage17,190 miles
Since last MOT+2,400 miles
PASS
Mileage14,790 miles
Since last MOT+2,860 miles
PASS
Mileage11,930 miles
Since last MOT+2,234 miles
PASS
Mileage9,696 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

RegistrationFN51 EEB
MakeVauxhall
ModelAstra
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2198cc
Year2001
First registered
Area codeFN — Nottingham, Forest and Fens
Age identifier51 — September 2001 to February 2002

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About FN51 EEB

What car is FN51 EEB?

FN51 EEB is an black Vauxhall Astra, petrol (2198cc). First registered in Nottingham in 2001.

What is the mileage of FN51 EEB?

The last recorded mileage for FN51 EEB was 52,974 miles, recorded on 27 Jan 2014 during its most recent MOT test.

Has FN51 EEB passed its MOT?

FN51 EEB has had 10 MOT tests with an 80% pass rate (8 passes, 2 failures). It last passed on 27 Jan 2014.

Is FN51 EEB ULEZ compliant?

Based on its fuel type and registration year, FN51 EEB 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 FN51 EEB?

FN51 EEB is approximately 25 years old. Age identifier 51 means registered between 1 September 2001 and 28 February 2002.