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At a glance
This 2001 Vauxhall Astra Petrol 1598cc has had 14 MOT tests on record, passing 11 and failing 3 (79% pass rate). It has 211,855 miles on the clock, averaging 15,574 miles per year, above 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 WDE
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Mileage Analysis
Above average| Latest reading | 211,855 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 5,131 |
| Average per year | 15,574 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 14 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 | MT51 WDE |
| Make | Vauxhall |
| Model | Astra |
| Colour | Yellow |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1598cc |
| Year | 2001 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | MT — Manchester, Manchester and Merseyside |
| Age identifier | 51 — September 2001 to February 2002 |
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About MT51 WDE
What car is MT51 WDE?
MT51 WDE is an yellow Vauxhall Astra, petrol (1598cc). First registered in Manchester in 2001.
What is the mileage of MT51 WDE?
The last recorded mileage for MT51 WDE was 211,855 miles, recorded on 4 Aug 2016 during its most recent MOT test.
Has MT51 WDE passed its MOT?
MT51 WDE has had 14 MOT tests with a 79% pass rate (11 passes, 3 failures). It last was tested on 4 Aug 2016.
Is MT51 WDE ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, MT51 WDE 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 WDE?
MT51 WDE is approximately 25 years old. Age identifier 51 means registered between 1 September 2001 and 28 February 2002.