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GF51 MJE

2001 Vauxhall Astra · Diesel · 1686cc

Red Registered in Maidstone, Garden of England · 25 years old

Vehicle summary

MakeVauxhall
ModelAstra
Year2001
FuelDiesel
Engine1686cc
ColourRed
ULEZ (est.)Likely Non-compliantDiesel pre-2015
Est. Annual Tax£165–£265

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 Diesel 1686cc has had 5 MOT tests on record, passing every one. It has 108,664 miles on the clock, averaging 7,037 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 GF51 MJE

MOT Status
Due date passed
108,664
Last Mileage
Recorded
5
Total Tests
Since 2006
100%
Pass Rate
5 passed, 0 failed ✓

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

0

MOT failures recorded

Out of 5 tests on record
7,037

Average miles/year

Below UK average of 7,400
0

Gaps in MOT history

No gaps detected in MOT coverage

Mileage Analysis

Below average
Latest reading108,664 miles
Reading date
Miles last year8,164
Average per year7,037
Mileage consistencyConsistent
Mileage over time for GF51 MJE 81k88k95k102k109k '06'10'08

Check GF51 MJE

Full MOT Test History 5 tests on record

PASS
Mileage108,664 miles
Since last MOT+8,164 miles
PASS
Mileage100,500 miles
Since last MOT+5,700 miles
PASS
Mileage94,800 miles
Since last MOT+7,515 miles
PASS
Mileage87,285 miles
Since last MOT+6,440 miles
PASS
Mileage80,845 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

RegistrationGF51 MJE
MakeVauxhall
ModelAstra
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1686cc
Year2001
First registered
Area codeGF — Maidstone, Garden of England
Age identifier51 — September 2001 to February 2002

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About GF51 MJE

What car is GF51 MJE?

GF51 MJE is a red Vauxhall Astra, diesel (1686cc). First registered in Maidstone in 2001.

What is the mileage of GF51 MJE?

The last recorded mileage for GF51 MJE was 108,664 miles, recorded on 25 Feb 2010 during its most recent MOT test.

Has GF51 MJE passed its MOT?

GF51 MJE has had 5 MOT tests with an 100% pass rate (5 passes, 0 failures). It last passed on 25 Feb 2010.

Is GF51 MJE ULEZ compliant?

Based on its fuel type and registration year, GF51 MJE is likely not ULEZ compliant. As a diesel vehicle registered in 2001, it typically does not meet the Euro 6 emission standard required. This is an estimate — confirm with TfL's ULEZ checker.

How old is GF51 MJE?

GF51 MJE is approximately 25 years old. Age identifier 51 means registered between 1 September 2001 and 28 February 2002.