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At a glance
This 2001 Vauxhall Astra Petrol 2198cc has had 11 MOT tests on record, passing 10 and failing once (91% pass rate). It has 62,487 miles on the clock, averaging 4,367 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 ML51 WCU
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Mileage Analysis
Low mileage| Latest reading | 62,487 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 610 |
| Average per year | 4,367 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 11 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 WCU |
| Make | Vauxhall |
| Model | Astra |
| Colour | Silver |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 2198cc |
| 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 WCU
What car is ML51 WCU?
ML51 WCU is an silver Vauxhall Astra, petrol (2198cc). First registered in Manchester in 2001.
What is the mileage of ML51 WCU?
The last recorded mileage for ML51 WCU was 62,487 miles, recorded on 2 Oct 2015 during its most recent MOT test.
Has ML51 WCU passed its MOT?
ML51 WCU has had 11 MOT tests with an 91% pass rate (10 passes, 1 failure). It last passed on 2 Oct 2015.
Is ML51 WCU ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, ML51 WCU 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 WCU?
ML51 WCU is approximately 25 years old. Age identifier 51 means registered between 1 September 2001 and 28 February 2002.