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SK51 DYV

2001 Vauxhall Astra · Petrol · 1796cc

Red Registered in Edinburgh, Scotland · 25 years old

Vehicle summary

MakeVauxhall
ModelAstra
Year2001
FuelPetrol
Engine1796cc
ColourRed
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 2001 Vauxhall Astra Petrol 1796cc has had 12 MOT tests on record, passing 7 and failing 5 (58% pass rate). It has 89,337 miles on the clock, averaging 7,570 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 SK51 DYV

MOT Status
Due date passed
89,337
Last Mileage
Recorded
12
Total Tests
Since 2006
58%
Pass Rate
7 passed, 5 failed

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

5

MOT failures recorded

Out of 12 tests on record
7,570

Average miles/year

Around UK average of 7,400
3

Gaps in MOT history

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

Mileage Analysis

About average
Latest reading89,337 miles
Reading date
Miles last year1
Average per year7,570
Mileage consistencyConsistent
Mileage over time for SK51 DYV 38k51k64k77k89k '06'13'10

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Full MOT Test History 12 tests on record

PASS
Mileage89,337 miles
Since last MOT+1 miles
FAIL
Mileage89,336 miles
Since last MOT+9,808 miles
PASS
Mileage79,528 miles
Since last MOT+13 miles
FAIL
Mileage79,515 miles
Since last MOT+6,246 miles
PASS
Mileage73,269 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage73,269 miles
Since last MOT+6,804 miles
PASS
Mileage66,465 miles
Since last MOT+4 miles
FAIL
Mileage66,461 miles
Since last MOT+15,175 miles
PASS
Mileage51,286 miles
Since last MOT+6,889 miles
PASS
Mileage44,397 miles
Since last MOT+39 miles
FAIL
Mileage44,358 miles
Since last MOT+6,093 miles
PASS
Mileage38,265 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

RegistrationSK51 DYV
MakeVauxhall
ModelAstra
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1796cc
Year2001
First registered
Area codeSK — Edinburgh, Scotland
Age identifier51 — September 2001 to February 2002

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About SK51 DYV

What car is SK51 DYV?

SK51 DYV is an red Vauxhall Astra, petrol (1796cc). First registered in Edinburgh in 2001.

What is the mileage of SK51 DYV?

The last recorded mileage for SK51 DYV was 89,337 miles, recorded on 13 Jun 2013 during its most recent MOT test.

Has SK51 DYV passed its MOT?

SK51 DYV has had 12 MOT tests with a 58% pass rate (7 passes, 5 failures). It last passed on 13 Jun 2013.

Is SK51 DYV ULEZ compliant?

Based on its fuel type and registration year, SK51 DYV 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 SK51 DYV?

SK51 DYV is approximately 25 years old. Age identifier 51 means registered between 1 September 2001 and 28 February 2002.