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At a glance
This 2001 Vauxhall Astra Diesel 1686cc has had 11 MOT tests on record, passing 9 and failing 2 (82% pass rate). Common Vauxhall Astra issues include central locking door mechanism and passenger compartment wiring connectors.
MOT & Mileage History for RE51 BYP
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Mileage Analysis
Above average| Latest reading | 181,608 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 14,552 |
| Average per year | 9,346 |
| 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 | RE51 BYP |
| Make | Vauxhall |
| Model | Astra |
| Colour | White |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1686cc |
| Year | 2001 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | RE — Reading, Reading |
| Age identifier | 51 — September 2001 to February 2002 |
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About RE51 BYP
What car is RE51 BYP?
RE51 BYP is an white Vauxhall Astra, diesel (1686cc). First registered in Reading in 2001.
Has RE51 BYP passed its MOT?
RE51 BYP has had 11 MOT tests with an 82% pass rate (9 passes, 2 failures). It last passed on 31 May 2017.
Is RE51 BYP ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, RE51 BYP is likely not ULEZ compliant. As a diesel vehicle registered in 2001, it typically does not meet the Euro 6 emission standard required. This is an estimate — confirm with TfL's ULEZ checker.
How old is RE51 BYP?
RE51 BYP is approximately 25 years old. Age identifier 51 means registered between 1 September 2001 and 28 February 2002.