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At a glance
This 2001 Vauxhall Astra Petrol 1796cc has had 7 MOT tests on record, passing 4 and failing 3 (57% pass rate). It has 101,085 miles on the clock, averaging 8,868 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 VE51 BBJ
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Mileage Analysis
About average| Latest reading | 101,085 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 2 |
| Average per year | 8,868 |
| Mileage consistency | Consistent |
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Full MOT Test History 7 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 | VE51 BBJ |
| Make | Vauxhall |
| Model | Astra |
| Colour | Red |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1796cc |
| Year | 2001 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | VE — Worcester, Severn Valley |
| Age identifier | 51 — September 2001 to February 2002 |
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About VE51 BBJ
What car is VE51 BBJ?
VE51 BBJ is a red Vauxhall Astra, petrol (1796cc). First registered in Worcester in 2001.
What is the mileage of VE51 BBJ?
The last recorded mileage for VE51 BBJ was 101,085 miles, recorded on 22 Aug 2011 during its most recent MOT test.
Has VE51 BBJ passed its MOT?
VE51 BBJ has had 7 MOT tests with a 57% pass rate (4 passes, 3 failures). It last passed on 22 Aug 2011.
Is VE51 BBJ ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, VE51 BBJ 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 VE51 BBJ?
VE51 BBJ is approximately 25 years old. Age identifier 51 means registered between 1 September 2001 and 28 February 2002.