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At a glance
This 2002 Vauxhall Astra Petrol 1796cc has had 30 MOT tests on record, passing 18 and failing 12 (60% pass rate). It has 133,639 miles on the clock, averaging 2,529 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 FP51 SJU
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Low mileage| Latest reading | 133,639 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 5,267 |
| Average per year | 2,529 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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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 | FP51 SJU |
| Make | Vauxhall |
| Model | Astra |
| Colour | Black |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1796cc |
| Year | 2002 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | FP — Nottingham, Forest and Fens |
| Age identifier | 51 — September 2001 to February 2002 |
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About FP51 SJU
What car is FP51 SJU?
FP51 SJU is an black Vauxhall Astra, petrol (1796cc). First registered in Nottingham in 2002.
What is the mileage of FP51 SJU?
The last recorded mileage for FP51 SJU was 133,639 miles, recorded on 16 Sep 2023 during its most recent MOT test.
Has FP51 SJU passed its MOT?
FP51 SJU has had 30 MOT tests with a 60% pass rate (18 passes, 12 failures). It last was tested on 16 Sep 2023.
Is FP51 SJU ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, FP51 SJU 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 FP51 SJU?
FP51 SJU is approximately 24 years old. Age identifier 51 means registered between 1 September 2001 and 28 February 2002.