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At a glance
This 2001 Vauxhall Astra Petrol 1598cc has had 22 MOT tests on record, passing 14 and failing 8 (64% pass rate). It has 79,236 miles on the clock, averaging 4,226 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 GY51 BWZ
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Mileage Analysis
Low mileage| Latest reading | 79,236 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 9,708 |
| Average per year | 4,226 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 22 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 | GY51 BWZ |
| Make | Vauxhall |
| Model | Astra |
| Colour | Silver |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1598cc |
| Year | 2001 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | GY — Brighton, Garden of England |
| Age identifier | 51 — September 2001 to February 2002 |
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About GY51 BWZ
What car is GY51 BWZ?
GY51 BWZ is a silver Vauxhall Astra, petrol (1598cc). First registered in Brighton in 2001.
What is the mileage of GY51 BWZ?
The last recorded mileage for GY51 BWZ was 79,236 miles, recorded on 3 Sep 2021 during its most recent MOT test.
Has GY51 BWZ passed its MOT?
GY51 BWZ has had 22 MOT tests with a 64% pass rate (14 passes, 8 failures). It last was tested on 3 Sep 2021.
Is GY51 BWZ ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, GY51 BWZ 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 GY51 BWZ?
GY51 BWZ is approximately 25 years old. Age identifier 51 means registered between 1 September 2001 and 28 February 2002.