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At a glance
This 2001 Vauxhall Astra Petrol 1796cc has had 18 MOT tests on record, passing 7 and failing 11 (39% pass rate). It has 146,661 miles on the clock, averaging 10,645 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 RN51 DRV
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Mileage Analysis
Above average| Latest reading | 146,661 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 198 |
| Average per year | 10,645 |
| Mileage consistency | Consistent |
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Full MOT Test History 18 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 | RN51 DRV |
| Make | Vauxhall |
| Model | Astra |
| Colour | Silver |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1796cc |
| Year | 2001 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | RN — Reading, Reading |
| Age identifier | 51 — September 2001 to February 2002 |
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About RN51 DRV
What car is RN51 DRV?
RN51 DRV is an silver Vauxhall Astra, petrol (1796cc). First registered in Reading in 2001.
What is the mileage of RN51 DRV?
The last recorded mileage for RN51 DRV was 146,661 miles, recorded on 18 Dec 2014 during its most recent MOT test.
Has RN51 DRV passed its MOT?
RN51 DRV has had 18 MOT tests with a 39% pass rate (7 passes, 11 failures). It last passed on 18 Dec 2014.
Is RN51 DRV ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, RN51 DRV 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 RN51 DRV?
RN51 DRV is approximately 25 years old. Age identifier 51 means registered between 1 September 2001 and 28 February 2002.