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At a glance
This 2001 Vauxhall Astra Petrol 1598cc has had 12 MOT tests on record, passing 11 and failing once (92% pass rate). It has 40,073 miles on the clock, averaging 804 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 MA51 JXP
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Mileage Analysis
Low mileage| Latest reading | 40,073 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 263 |
| Average per year | 804 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 12 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 | MA51 JXP |
| Make | Vauxhall |
| Model | Astra |
| Colour | Bronze |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1598cc |
| Year | 2001 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | MA — Manchester, Manchester and Merseyside |
| Age identifier | 51 — September 2001 to February 2002 |
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About MA51 JXP
What car is MA51 JXP?
MA51 JXP is an bronze Vauxhall Astra, petrol (1598cc). First registered in Manchester in 2001.
What is the mileage of MA51 JXP?
The last recorded mileage for MA51 JXP was 40,073 miles, recorded on 30 Apr 2016 during its most recent MOT test.
Has MA51 JXP passed its MOT?
MA51 JXP has had 12 MOT tests with an 92% pass rate (11 passes, 1 failure). It last passed on 30 Apr 2016.
Is MA51 JXP ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, MA51 JXP 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 MA51 JXP?
MA51 JXP is approximately 25 years old. Age identifier 51 means registered between 1 September 2001 and 28 February 2002.