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MT51 URC

2001 Vauxhall Astra · Petrol · 1598cc

Green Registered in Manchester, Manchester and Merseyside · 25 years old

Vehicle summary

MakeVauxhall
ModelAstra
Year2001
FuelPetrol
Engine1598cc
ColourGreen
ULEZ (est.)Likely Non-compliantPetrol pre-2006
Est. Annual Tax£165–£265

ULEZ status is estimated based on fuel type and registration year. It may not reflect the actual emission standard of this vehicle. Check with TfL for a definitive answer.

At a glance

This 2001 Vauxhall Astra Petrol 1598cc has had 14 MOT tests on record, passing 10 and failing 4 (71% pass rate). It has 117,358 miles on the clock, averaging 7,371 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 MT51 URC

MOT Status
Due date passed
117,358
Last Mileage
Recorded
14
Total Tests
Since 2005
71%
Pass Rate
10 passed, 4 failed

Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.

4

MOT failures recorded

Out of 14 tests on record
7,371

Average miles/year

Below UK average of 7,400
2

Gaps in MOT history

Periods with no valid MOT — may have been SORN or untaxed

Mileage Analysis

Below average
Latest reading117,358 miles
Reading date
Miles last year5,814
Average per year7,371
Mileage consistencyConsistent
Mileage over time for MT51 URC 33k54k75k96k117k '05'17'12

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Full MOT Test History 14 tests on record

FAIL
Mileage117,358 miles
Since last MOT+5,814 miles
PASS
Mileage111,544 miles
Since last MOT+6,399 miles
PASS
Mileage105,145 miles
Since last MOT+7,440 miles
PASS
Mileage97,705 miles
Since last MOT+1 miles
FAIL
Mileage97,704 miles
Since last MOT+6,235 miles
PASS
Mileage91,469 miles
Since last MOT+11,267 miles
PASS
Mileage80,202 miles
Since last MOT+7,104 miles
PASS
Mileage73,098 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage73,098 miles
Since last MOT+12,312 miles
PASS
Mileage60,786 miles
Since last MOT+7,780 miles
PASS
Mileage53,006 miles
Since last MOT+3,728 miles
FAIL
Mileage49,278 miles
Since last MOT+7,800 miles
PASS
Mileage41,478 miles
Since last MOT+8,457 miles
PASS
Mileage33,021 miles

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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

RegistrationMT51 URC
MakeVauxhall
ModelAstra
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1598cc
Year2001
First registered
Area codeMT — Manchester, Manchester and Merseyside
Age identifier51 — September 2001 to February 2002

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About MT51 URC

What car is MT51 URC?

MT51 URC is an green Vauxhall Astra, petrol (1598cc). First registered in Manchester in 2001.

What is the mileage of MT51 URC?

The last recorded mileage for MT51 URC was 117,358 miles, recorded on 31 May 2017 during its most recent MOT test.

Has MT51 URC passed its MOT?

MT51 URC has had 14 MOT tests with a 71% pass rate (10 passes, 4 failures). It last was tested on 31 May 2017.

Is MT51 URC ULEZ compliant?

Based on its fuel type and registration year, MT51 URC 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 MT51 URC?

MT51 URC is approximately 25 years old. Age identifier 51 means registered between 1 September 2001 and 28 February 2002.