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At a glance
This 2002 Vauxhall Astra Petrol 1598cc has had 18 MOT tests on record, passing 16 and failing 2 (89% pass rate). It has 106,115 miles on the clock, averaging 4,207 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 MD51 FDN
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Mileage Analysis
Low mileage| Latest reading | 106,115 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 26 |
| Average per year | 4,207 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 18 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 FDN |
| Make | Vauxhall |
| Model | Astra |
| Colour | Blue |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1598cc |
| Year | 2002 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | MD — Manchester, Manchester and Merseyside |
| Age identifier | 51 — September 2001 to February 2002 |
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About MD51 FDN
What car is MD51 FDN?
MD51 FDN is an blue Vauxhall Astra, petrol (1598cc). First registered in Manchester in 2002.
What is the mileage of MD51 FDN?
The last recorded mileage for MD51 FDN was 106,115 miles, recorded on 4 Oct 2021 during its most recent MOT test.
Has MD51 FDN passed its MOT?
MD51 FDN has had 18 MOT tests with an 89% pass rate (16 passes, 2 failures). It last passed on 4 Oct 2021.
Is MD51 FDN ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, MD51 FDN is likely not ULEZ compliant. As a petrol vehicle registered in 2002, it typically does not meet the Euro 4 emission standard required. This is an estimate — confirm with TfL's ULEZ checker.
How old is MD51 FDN?
MD51 FDN is approximately 24 years old. Age identifier 51 means registered between 1 September 2001 and 28 February 2002.