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At a glance
This 2001 Vauxhall Astra Petrol 1598cc has had 17 MOT tests on record, passing 16 and failing once (94% pass rate). It has 54,449 miles on the clock, averaging 2,722 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 WM51 BZS
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Mileage Analysis
Low mileage| Latest reading | 54,449 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 1,704 |
| Average per year | 2,722 |
| Mileage consistency | Consistent |
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Full MOT Test History 17 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 | WM51 BZS |
| Make | Vauxhall |
| Model | Astra |
| Colour | Silver |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1598cc |
| Year | 2001 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | WM — Bristol, West of England |
| Age identifier | 51 — September 2001 to February 2002 |
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About WM51 BZS
What car is WM51 BZS?
WM51 BZS is a silver Vauxhall Astra, petrol (1598cc). First registered in Bristol in 2001.
What is the mileage of WM51 BZS?
The last recorded mileage for WM51 BZS was 54,449 miles, recorded on 22 Dec 2021 during its most recent MOT test.
Has WM51 BZS passed its MOT?
WM51 BZS has had 17 MOT tests with an 94% pass rate (16 passes, 1 failure). It last passed on 22 Dec 2021.
Is WM51 BZS ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, WM51 BZS 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 WM51 BZS?
WM51 BZS is approximately 25 years old. Age identifier 51 means registered between 1 September 2001 and 28 February 2002.