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At a glance
This 2001 Vauxhall Astra Petrol 1598cc has had 16 MOT tests on record, passing 10 and failing 6 (63% pass rate). It has 116,537 miles on the clock, averaging 7,083 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 VFC
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Mileage Analysis
Below average| Latest reading | 116,537 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Average per year | 7,083 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 16 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 | FN51 VFC |
| Make | Vauxhall |
| Model | Astra |
| Colour | Red |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1598cc |
| Year | 2001 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | FN — Nottingham, Forest and Fens |
| Age identifier | 51 — September 2001 to February 2002 |
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About FN51 VFC
What car is FN51 VFC?
FN51 VFC is an red Vauxhall Astra, petrol (1598cc). First registered in Nottingham in 2001.
What is the mileage of FN51 VFC?
The last recorded mileage for FN51 VFC was 116,537 miles, recorded on 1 Sep 2016 during its most recent MOT test.
Has FN51 VFC passed its MOT?
FN51 VFC has had 16 MOT tests with a 63% pass rate (10 passes, 6 failures). It last passed on 1 Sep 2016.
Is FN51 VFC ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, FN51 VFC 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 VFC?
FN51 VFC is approximately 25 years old. Age identifier 51 means registered between 1 September 2001 and 28 February 2002.