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SH51 WRJ

2002 Vauxhall Astra · Petrol · 1598cc

Green Registered in Glasgow, Scotland · 24 years old

Vehicle summary

MakeVauxhall
ModelAstra
Year2002
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 2002 Vauxhall Astra Petrol 1598cc has had 17 MOT tests on record, passing 9 and failing 8 (53% pass rate). It has 64,086 miles on the clock, averaging 4,960 miles per year, well 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 SH51 WRJ

MOT Status
Due date passed
64,086
Last Mileage
Recorded
17
Total Tests
Since 2006
53%
Pass Rate
9 passed, 8 failed

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

8

MOT failures recorded

Out of 17 tests on record
4,960

Average miles/year

Below UK average of 7,400
1

Gap in MOT history

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

Mileage Analysis

Low mileage
Latest reading64,086 miles
Reading date
Average per year4,960
Mileage consistencyConsistent
Mileage over time for SH51 WRJ 20k31k42k53k64k '06'15'11

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Full MOT Test History 17 tests on record

PASS
Mileage64,086 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage64,086 miles
Since last MOT+4,991 miles
PASS
Mileage59,095 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage59,095 miles
Since last MOT+4,756 miles
PASS
Mileage54,339 miles
Since last MOT+77 miles
FAIL
Mileage54,262 miles
Since last MOT+5,245 miles
PASS
Mileage49,017 miles
Since last MOT+4 miles
FAIL
Mileage49,013 miles
Since last MOT+4,057 miles
PASS
Mileage44,956 miles
Since last MOT+19 miles
FAIL
Mileage44,937 miles
Since last MOT+3,578 miles
PASS
Mileage41,359 miles
Since last MOT+9 miles
FAIL
Mileage41,350 miles
Since last MOT+4,007 miles
PASS
Mileage37,343 miles
Since last MOT+30 miles
FAIL
Mileage37,313 miles
Since last MOT+6,447 miles
FAIL
Mileage30,866 miles
Since last MOT+5,454 miles
PASS
Mileage25,412 miles
Since last MOT+5,748 miles
PASS
Mileage19,664 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

RegistrationSH51 WRJ
MakeVauxhall
ModelAstra
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1598cc
Year2002
First registered
Area codeSH — Glasgow, Scotland
Age identifier51 — September 2001 to February 2002

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About SH51 WRJ

What car is SH51 WRJ?

SH51 WRJ is an green Vauxhall Astra, petrol (1598cc). First registered in Glasgow in 2002.

What is the mileage of SH51 WRJ?

The last recorded mileage for SH51 WRJ was 64,086 miles, recorded on 5 Jun 2015 during its most recent MOT test.

Has SH51 WRJ passed its MOT?

SH51 WRJ has had 17 MOT tests with a 53% pass rate (9 passes, 8 failures). It last passed on 5 Jun 2015.

Is SH51 WRJ ULEZ compliant?

Based on its fuel type and registration year, SH51 WRJ 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 SH51 WRJ?

SH51 WRJ is approximately 24 years old. Age identifier 51 means registered between 1 September 2001 and 28 February 2002.