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WF51 OVE

2001 Vauxhall Astra · Petrol · 1598cc

Silver Registered in Exeter, West of England · 25 years old

Vehicle summary

MakeVauxhall
ModelAstra
Year2001
FuelPetrol
Engine1598cc
ColourSilver
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 18 MOT tests on record, passing 14 and failing 4 (78% pass rate). It has 152,437 miles on the clock, averaging 6,973 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 WF51 OVE

MOT Status
Due date passed
152,437
Last Mileage
Recorded
18
Total Tests
Since 2005
78%
Pass Rate
14 passed, 4 failed

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

4

MOT failures recorded

Out of 18 tests on record
6,973

Average miles/year

Below UK average of 7,400
0

Gaps in MOT history

No gaps detected in MOT coverage

Mileage Analysis

Below average
Latest reading152,437 miles
Reading date
Miles last year19,981
Average per year6,973
Mileage consistencyVariable
Mileage over time for WF51 OVE 61k84k107k130k152k '05'18'13

Check WF51 OVE

Full MOT Test History 18 tests on record

PASS
Mileage152,437 miles
Since last MOT+19,981 miles
PASS
Mileage132,456 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage132,456 miles
Since last MOT+15,691 miles
PASS
Mileage116,765 miles
Since last MOT+12,747 miles
PASS
Mileage104,018 miles
Since last MOT+189 miles
FAIL
Mileage103,829 miles
Since last MOT+13,514 miles
PASS
Mileage90,315 miles
Since last MOT+183 miles
FAIL
Mileage90,132 miles
Since last MOT+4,499 miles
PASS
Mileage85,633 miles
Since last MOT+5,362 miles
PASS
Mileage80,271 miles
Since last MOT+704 miles
PASS
Mileage79,567 miles
Since last MOT+842 miles
PASS
Mileage78,725 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage78,725 miles
Since last MOT+1,344 miles
PASS
Mileage77,381 miles
Since last MOT+4,001 miles
PASS
Mileage73,380 miles
Since last MOT+2,722 miles
PASS
Mileage70,658 miles
Since last MOT+5,723 miles
PASS
Mileage64,935 miles
Since last MOT+3,615 miles
PASS
Mileage61,320 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 OVE
MakeVauxhall
ModelAstra
ColourSilver
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 OVE

What car is WF51 OVE?

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

What is the mileage of WF51 OVE?

The last recorded mileage for WF51 OVE was 152,437 miles, recorded on 15 Oct 2018 during its most recent MOT test.

Has WF51 OVE passed its MOT?

WF51 OVE has had 18 MOT tests with a 78% pass rate (14 passes, 4 failures). It last passed on 15 Oct 2018.

Is WF51 OVE ULEZ compliant?

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

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