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At a glance
This 2001 Vauxhall Astra Petrol 1598cc has had 10 MOT tests on record, passing 7 and failing 3 (70% pass rate). It has 77,130 miles on the clock, averaging 3,959 miles per year, well 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 VX51 AXY
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Mileage Analysis
Low mileage| Latest reading | 77,130 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 1,512 |
| Average per year | 3,959 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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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 | VX51 AXY |
| Make | Vauxhall |
| Model | Astra |
| Colour | Grey |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1598cc |
| Year | 2001 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | VX — Worcester, Severn Valley |
| Age identifier | 51 — September 2001 to February 2002 |
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About VX51 AXY
What car is VX51 AXY?
VX51 AXY is a grey Vauxhall Astra, petrol (1598cc). First registered in Worcester in 2001.
What is the mileage of VX51 AXY?
The last recorded mileage for VX51 AXY was 77,130 miles, recorded on 14 Aug 2013 during its most recent MOT test.
Has VX51 AXY passed its MOT?
VX51 AXY has had 10 MOT tests with a 70% pass rate (7 passes, 3 failures). It last passed on 14 Aug 2013.
Is VX51 AXY ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, VX51 AXY 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 VX51 AXY?
VX51 AXY is approximately 25 years old. Age identifier 51 means registered between 1 September 2001 and 28 February 2002.