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At a glance
This 2002 Vauxhall Astra Diesel 1686cc has had 17 MOT tests on record, passing 11 and failing 6 (65% pass rate). It has 115,322 miles on the clock, averaging 6,358 miles per year, 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 ST51 OVZ
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Mileage Analysis
Below average| Latest reading | 115,322 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 11 |
| Average per year | 6,358 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 17 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 | ST51 OVZ |
| Make | Vauxhall |
| Model | Astra |
| Colour | White |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1686cc |
| Year | 2002 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | ST — Dundee, Scotland |
| Age identifier | 51 — September 2001 to February 2002 |
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About ST51 OVZ
What car is ST51 OVZ?
ST51 OVZ is an white Vauxhall Astra, diesel (1686cc). First registered in Dundee in 2002.
What is the mileage of ST51 OVZ?
The last recorded mileage for ST51 OVZ was 115,322 miles, recorded on 19 Jun 2015 during its most recent MOT test.
Has ST51 OVZ passed its MOT?
ST51 OVZ has had 17 MOT tests with a 65% pass rate (11 passes, 6 failures). It last passed on 19 Jun 2015.
Is ST51 OVZ ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, ST51 OVZ is likely not ULEZ compliant. As a diesel vehicle registered in 2002, it typically does not meet the Euro 6 emission standard required. This is an estimate — confirm with TfL's ULEZ checker.
How old is ST51 OVZ?
ST51 OVZ is approximately 24 years old. Age identifier 51 means registered between 1 September 2001 and 28 February 2002.