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At a glance
This 2002 Vauxhall Astra Petrol 1598cc has had 19 MOT tests on record, passing 14 and failing 5 (74% pass rate). It has 122,934 miles on the clock, averaging 7,444 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 OW51 BMU
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Mileage Analysis
About average| Latest reading | 122,934 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Average per year | 7,444 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 19 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 | OW51 BMU |
| Make | Vauxhall |
| Model | Astra |
| Colour | Blue |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1598cc |
| Year | 2002 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | OW — Oxford, Oxford |
| Age identifier | 51 — September 2001 to February 2002 |
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About OW51 BMU
What car is OW51 BMU?
OW51 BMU is an blue Vauxhall Astra, petrol (1598cc). First registered in Oxford in 2002.
What is the mileage of OW51 BMU?
The last recorded mileage for OW51 BMU was 122,934 miles, recorded on 1 Feb 2019 during its most recent MOT test.
Has OW51 BMU passed its MOT?
OW51 BMU has had 19 MOT tests with a 74% pass rate (14 passes, 5 failures). It last passed on 1 Feb 2019.
Is OW51 BMU ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, OW51 BMU 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 OW51 BMU?
OW51 BMU is approximately 24 years old. Age identifier 51 means registered between 1 September 2001 and 28 February 2002.