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VO51 SYY

2001 Vauxhall Astra · Petrol · 1598cc

Red Registered in Worcester, Severn Valley · 25 years old

Vehicle summary

MakeVauxhall
ModelAstra
Year2001
FuelPetrol
Engine1598cc
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 1598cc has had 17 MOT tests on record, passing 12 and failing 5 (71% pass rate). It has 114,131 miles on the clock, averaging 5,154 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 VO51 SYY

MOT Status
Due date passed
114,131
Last Mileage
Recorded
17
Total Tests
Since 2006
71%
Pass Rate
12 passed, 5 failed

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

5

MOT failures recorded

Out of 17 tests on record
5,154

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

Below average
Latest reading114,131 miles
Reading date
Miles last year32
Average per year5,154
Mileage consistencyVariable
Mileage over time for VO51 SYY 53k68k84k99k114k '06'18'11

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Full MOT Test History 17 tests on record

PASS
Mileage114,131 miles
Since last MOT+32 miles
FAIL
Mileage114,099 miles
Since last MOT+11,531 miles
PASS
Mileage102,568 miles
Since last MOT+56 miles
FAIL
Mileage102,512 miles
Since last MOT+2,846 miles
PASS
Mileage99,666 miles
Since last MOT+10,495 miles
PASS
Mileage89,171 miles
Since last MOT+6,032 miles
PASS
Mileage83,139 miles
Since last MOT+5,618 miles
PASS
Mileage77,521 miles
Since last MOT+4,486 miles
PASS
Mileage73,035 miles
Since last MOT+1 miles
FAIL
Mileage73,034 miles
Since last MOT+3,901 miles
PASS
Mileage69,133 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage69,133 miles
Since last MOT+4,069 miles
PASS
Mileage65,064 miles
Since last MOT+4 miles
FAIL
Mileage65,060 miles
Since last MOT+4,001 miles
PASS
Mileage61,059 miles
Since last MOT+3,671 miles
PASS
Mileage57,388 miles
Since last MOT+4,191 miles
PASS
Mileage53,197 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

RegistrationVO51 SYY
MakeVauxhall
ModelAstra
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1598cc
Year2001
First registered
Area codeVO — Worcester, Severn Valley
Age identifier51 — September 2001 to February 2002

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About VO51 SYY

What car is VO51 SYY?

VO51 SYY is a red Vauxhall Astra, petrol (1598cc). First registered in Worcester in 2001.

What is the mileage of VO51 SYY?

The last recorded mileage for VO51 SYY was 114,131 miles, recorded on 26 Jun 2018 during its most recent MOT test.

Has VO51 SYY passed its MOT?

VO51 SYY has had 17 MOT tests with a 71% pass rate (12 passes, 5 failures). It last passed on 26 Jun 2018.

Is VO51 SYY ULEZ compliant?

Based on its fuel type and registration year, VO51 SYY 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 VO51 SYY?

VO51 SYY is approximately 25 years old. Age identifier 51 means registered between 1 September 2001 and 28 February 2002.