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At a glance
This 2001 Vauxhall Astra Diesel 1700cc has had 23 MOT tests on record, passing 12 and failing 11 (52% pass rate). It has 176,975 miles on the clock, averaging 5,822 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 MD51 AYY
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Mileage Analysis
Below average| Latest reading | 176,975 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 5,763 |
| Average per year | 5,822 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 23 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 | MD51 AYY |
| Make | Vauxhall |
| Model | Astra |
| Colour | White |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1700cc |
| Year | 2001 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | MD — Manchester, Manchester and Merseyside |
| Age identifier | 51 — September 2001 to February 2002 |
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About MD51 AYY
What car is MD51 AYY?
MD51 AYY is an white Vauxhall Astra, diesel (1700cc). First registered in Manchester in 2001.
What is the mileage of MD51 AYY?
The last recorded mileage for MD51 AYY was 176,975 miles, recorded on 24 Jun 2019 during its most recent MOT test.
Has MD51 AYY passed its MOT?
MD51 AYY has had 23 MOT tests with a 52% pass rate (12 passes, 11 failures). It last was tested on 24 Jun 2019.
Is MD51 AYY ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, MD51 AYY 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 MD51 AYY?
MD51 AYY is approximately 25 years old. Age identifier 51 means registered between 1 September 2001 and 28 February 2002.