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At a glance
This 2001 Vauxhall Astra Diesel 1686cc has had 8 MOT tests on record, passing 7 and failing once (88% pass rate). It has 97,019 miles on the clock, averaging 4,873 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 HN51 KFE
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Mileage Analysis
Low mileage| Latest reading | 97,019 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Average per year | 4,873 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 8 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 | HN51 KFE |
| Make | Vauxhall |
| Model | Astra |
| Colour | Grey |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1686cc |
| Year | 2001 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | HN — Portsmouth, Hampshire and Dorset |
| Age identifier | 51 — September 2001 to February 2002 |
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About HN51 KFE
What car is HN51 KFE?
HN51 KFE is an grey Vauxhall Astra, diesel (1686cc). First registered in Portsmouth in 2001.
What is the mileage of HN51 KFE?
The last recorded mileage for HN51 KFE was 97,019 miles, recorded on 8 Dec 2011 during its most recent MOT test.
Has HN51 KFE passed its MOT?
HN51 KFE has had 8 MOT tests with an 88% pass rate (7 passes, 1 failure). It last passed on 8 Dec 2011.
Is HN51 KFE ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, HN51 KFE 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 HN51 KFE?
HN51 KFE is approximately 25 years old. Age identifier 51 means registered between 1 September 2001 and 28 February 2002.