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At a glance
This 2001 Vauxhall Astra Petrol 1598cc has had 21 MOT tests on record, passing 12 and failing 9 (57% pass rate). It has 148,591 miles on the clock, averaging 8,280 miles per year, around the UK average of 7,400. Common Vauxhall Astra issues include central locking door mechanism and passenger compartment wiring connectors.
MOT & Mileage History for ML51 HSV
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Mileage Analysis
About average| Latest reading | 148,591 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Average per year | 8,280 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 21 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 | ML51 HSV |
| Make | Vauxhall |
| Model | Astra |
| Colour | Silver |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1598cc |
| Year | 2001 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | ML — Manchester, Manchester and Merseyside |
| Age identifier | 51 — September 2001 to February 2002 |
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About ML51 HSV
What car is ML51 HSV?
ML51 HSV is an silver Vauxhall Astra, petrol (1598cc). First registered in Manchester in 2001.
What is the mileage of ML51 HSV?
The last recorded mileage for ML51 HSV was 148,591 miles, recorded on 2 Jun 2018 during its most recent MOT test.
Has ML51 HSV passed its MOT?
ML51 HSV has had 21 MOT tests with a 57% pass rate (12 passes, 9 failures). It last passed on 2 Jun 2018.
Is ML51 HSV ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, ML51 HSV 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 ML51 HSV?
ML51 HSV is approximately 25 years old. Age identifier 51 means registered between 1 September 2001 and 28 February 2002.