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At a glance
This 2002 Vauxhall Astra Petrol 1598cc has had 4 MOT tests on record, passing 3 and failing once (75% pass rate). It has 48,488 miles on the clock, averaging 6,919 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 SW51 MWO
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Mileage Analysis
Below average| Latest reading | 48,488 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Average per year | 6,919 |
| Mileage consistency | Consistent |
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Full MOT Test History 4 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 | SW51 MWO |
| Make | Vauxhall |
| Model | Astra |
| Colour | Blue |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1598cc |
| Year | 2002 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | SW — Aberdeen, Scotland |
| Age identifier | 51 — September 2001 to February 2002 |
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About SW51 MWO
What car is SW51 MWO?
SW51 MWO is an blue Vauxhall Astra, petrol (1598cc). First registered in Aberdeen in 2002.
What is the mileage of SW51 MWO?
The last recorded mileage for SW51 MWO was 48,488 miles, recorded on 25 Feb 2008 during its most recent MOT test.
Has SW51 MWO passed its MOT?
SW51 MWO has had 4 MOT tests with a 75% pass rate (3 passes, 1 failure). It last passed on 25 Feb 2008.
Is SW51 MWO ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, SW51 MWO 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 SW51 MWO?
SW51 MWO is approximately 24 years old. Age identifier 51 means registered between 1 September 2001 and 28 February 2002.