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WF51 BKG

2001 Vauxhall Astra · Petrol · 1598cc

Red Registered in Exeter, West of England · 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 23 MOT tests on record, passing 14 and failing 9 (61% pass rate). It has 64,065 miles on the clock, averaging 2,639 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 WF51 BKG

MOT Status
Due date passed
64,065
Last Mileage
Recorded
23
Total Tests
Since 2005
61%
Pass Rate
14 passed, 9 failed

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

9

MOT failures recorded

Out of 23 tests on record
2,639

Average miles/year

Below UK average of 7,400
3

Gaps in MOT history

Periods with no valid MOT — may have been SORN or untaxed

Mileage Analysis

Low mileage
Latest reading64,065 miles
Reading date
Miles last year3,152
Average per year2,639
Mileage consistencyVariable
Mileage over time for WF51 BKG 21k32k42k53k64k '05'22'13

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Full MOT Test History 23 tests on record

PASS
Mileage64,065 miles
Since last MOT+3,152 miles
PASS
Mileage60,913 miles
Since last MOT+4,401 miles
PASS
Mileage56,512 miles
Since last MOT+2,433 miles
PASS
Mileage54,079 miles
Since last MOT+2,637 miles
PASS
Mileage51,442 miles
Since last MOT+2 miles
FAIL
Mileage51,440 miles
Since last MOT+1,896 miles
PASS
Mileage49,544 miles
Since last MOT+1 miles
FAIL
Mileage49,543 miles
Since last MOT+1,723 miles
PASS
Mileage47,820 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage47,820 miles
Since last MOT+1,992 miles
PASS
Mileage45,828 miles
Since last MOT+1,500 miles
FAIL
Mileage44,328 miles
Since last MOT+1,812 miles
FAIL
Mileage42,516 miles
Since last MOT+1,748 miles
PASS
Mileage40,768 miles
Since last MOT+2,039 miles
PASS
Mileage38,729 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage38,729 miles
Since last MOT+1,891 miles
PASS
Mileage36,838 miles
Since last MOT+3,095 miles
PASS
Mileage33,743 miles
Since last MOT+10 miles
FAIL
Mileage33,733 miles
Since last MOT+1,920 miles
PASS
Mileage31,813 miles
Since last MOT+4,373 miles
FAIL
Mileage27,440 miles
Since last MOT+6,554 miles
PASS
Mileage20,886 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage20,886 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

RegistrationWF51 BKG
MakeVauxhall
ModelAstra
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1598cc
Year2001
First registered
Area codeWF — Exeter, West of England
Age identifier51 — September 2001 to February 2002

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About WF51 BKG

What car is WF51 BKG?

WF51 BKG is a red Vauxhall Astra, petrol (1598cc). First registered in Exeter in 2001.

What is the mileage of WF51 BKG?

The last recorded mileage for WF51 BKG was 64,065 miles, recorded on 24 Jan 2022 during its most recent MOT test.

Has WF51 BKG passed its MOT?

WF51 BKG has had 23 MOT tests with a 61% pass rate (14 passes, 9 failures). It last passed on 24 Jan 2022.

Is WF51 BKG ULEZ compliant?

Based on its fuel type and registration year, WF51 BKG 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 WF51 BKG?

WF51 BKG is approximately 25 years old. Age identifier 51 means registered between 1 September 2001 and 28 February 2002.