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At a glance
This 2002 Vauxhall Astra Petrol 1598cc has had 16 MOT tests on record, passing 10 and failing 6 (63% pass rate). It has 103,424 miles on the clock, averaging 7,667 miles per year, around the UK average of 7,400. Common Vauxhall Astra issues include central locking door mechanism and passenger compartment wiring connectors.
MOT & Mileage History for GV51 YEX
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Mileage Analysis
About average| Latest reading | 103,424 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 1 |
| Average per year | 7,667 |
| 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 | GV51 YEX |
| Make | Vauxhall |
| Model | Astra |
| Colour | Blue |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1598cc |
| Year | 2002 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | GV — Brighton, Garden of England |
| Age identifier | 51 — September 2001 to February 2002 |
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About GV51 YEX
What car is GV51 YEX?
GV51 YEX is a blue Vauxhall Astra, petrol (1598cc). First registered in Brighton in 2002.
What is the mileage of GV51 YEX?
The last recorded mileage for GV51 YEX was 103,424 miles, recorded on 20 Apr 2015 during its most recent MOT test.
Has GV51 YEX passed its MOT?
GV51 YEX has had 16 MOT tests with a 63% pass rate (10 passes, 6 failures). It last passed on 20 Apr 2015.
Is GV51 YEX ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, GV51 YEX 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 GV51 YEX?
GV51 YEX is approximately 24 years old. Age identifier 51 means registered between 1 September 2001 and 28 February 2002.