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LD51 OBX

2001 Vauxhall Astra · Petrol · 1598cc

Silver Registered in Wimbledon, London · 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 14 MOT tests on record, passing 10 and failing 4 (71% pass rate). It has 110,927 miles on the clock, averaging 7,284 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 LD51 OBX

MOT Status
Due date passed
110,927
Last Mileage
Recorded
14
Total Tests
Since 2006
71%
Pass Rate
10 passed, 4 failed

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

4

MOT failures recorded

Out of 14 tests on record
7,284

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

Below average
Latest reading110,927 miles
Reading date
Average per year7,284
Mileage consistencyVariable
Mileage over time for LD51 OBX 38k56k74k93k111k '06'16'13

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Full MOT Test History 14 tests on record

PASS
Mileage110,927 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage110,927 miles
Since last MOT+52 miles
FAIL
Mileage110,875 miles
Since last MOT+72,105 miles
PASS
Mileage38,770 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage38,770 miles
PASS
Mileage86,444 miles
Since last MOT+11,099 miles
PASS
Mileage75,345 miles
Since last MOT+5,216 miles
FAIL
Mileage70,129 miles
Since last MOT+3,811 miles
PASS
Mileage66,318 miles
Since last MOT+4,147 miles
PASS
Mileage62,171 miles
Since last MOT+3,726 miles
PASS
Mileage58,445 miles
Since last MOT+3,511 miles
PASS
Mileage54,934 miles
Since last MOT+6,922 miles
PASS
Mileage48,012 miles
Since last MOT+10,154 miles
PASS
Mileage37,858 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

RegistrationLD51 OBX
MakeVauxhall
ModelAstra
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1598cc
Year2001
First registered
Area codeLD — Wimbledon, London
Age identifier51 — September 2001 to February 2002

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About LD51 OBX

What car is LD51 OBX?

LD51 OBX is an silver Vauxhall Astra, petrol (1598cc). First registered in Wimbledon in 2001.

What is the mileage of LD51 OBX?

The last recorded mileage for LD51 OBX was 110,927 miles, recorded on 19 Aug 2016 during its most recent MOT test.

Has LD51 OBX passed its MOT?

LD51 OBX has had 14 MOT tests with a 71% pass rate (10 passes, 4 failures). It last passed on 19 Aug 2016.

Is LD51 OBX ULEZ compliant?

Based on its fuel type and registration year, LD51 OBX 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 LD51 OBX?

LD51 OBX is approximately 25 years old. Age identifier 51 means registered between 1 September 2001 and 28 February 2002.