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KV51 WYP

2001 Vauxhall Astra · Petrol · 1598cc

Silver Registered in Luton, Luton and Northampton · 25 years old

Vehicle summary

MakeVauxhall
ModelAstra
Year2001
FuelPetrol
Engine1598cc
ColourSilver
ULEZ (est.)Likely Non-compliantPetrol pre-2006
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 Petrol 1598cc has had 7 MOT tests on record, passing 4 and failing 3 (57% pass rate). It has 85,765 miles on the clock, averaging 2,774 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 KV51 WYP

MOT Status
Due date passed
85,765
Last Mileage
Recorded
7
Total Tests
Since 2006
57%
Pass Rate
4 passed, 3 failed

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

3

MOT failures recorded

Out of 7 tests on record
2,774

Average miles/year

Below UK average of 7,400
1

Gap in MOT history

Periods with no valid MOT — may have been SORN or untaxed

Mileage Analysis

Low mileage
Latest reading85,765 miles
Reading date
Miles last year7,760
Average per year2,774
Mileage consistencyVariable
Mileage over time for KV51 WYP 72k75k79k82k86k '06'11'08

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Full MOT Test History 7 tests on record

FAIL
Mileage85,765 miles
Since last MOT+7,760 miles
PASS
Mileage78,005 miles
PASS
Mileage104,068 miles
Since last MOT+10,460 miles
FAIL
Mileage93,608 miles
Since last MOT+11,691 miles
PASS
Mileage81,917 miles
Since last MOT+3 miles
FAIL
Mileage81,914 miles
Since last MOT+10,023 miles
PASS
Mileage71,891 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

RegistrationKV51 WYP
MakeVauxhall
ModelAstra
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1598cc
Year2001
First registered
Area codeKV — Luton, Luton and Northampton
Age identifier51 — September 2001 to February 2002

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About KV51 WYP

What car is KV51 WYP?

KV51 WYP is a silver Vauxhall Astra, petrol (1598cc). First registered in Luton in 2001.

What is the mileage of KV51 WYP?

The last recorded mileage for KV51 WYP was 85,765 miles, recorded on 14 Oct 2011 during its most recent MOT test.

Has KV51 WYP passed its MOT?

KV51 WYP has had 7 MOT tests with a 57% pass rate (4 passes, 3 failures). It last was tested on 14 Oct 2011.

Is KV51 WYP ULEZ compliant?

Based on its fuel type and registration year, KV51 WYP 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 KV51 WYP?

KV51 WYP is approximately 25 years old. Age identifier 51 means registered between 1 September 2001 and 28 February 2002.