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WM51 OLC

2002 Vauxhall Astra · Petrol · 1598cc

Green Registered in Bristol, West of England · 24 years old

Vehicle summary

MakeVauxhall
ModelAstra
Year2002
FuelPetrol
Engine1598cc
ColourGreen
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 2002 Vauxhall Astra Petrol 1598cc has had 18 MOT tests on record, passing 12 and failing 6 (67% pass rate). It has 84,042 miles on the clock, averaging 5,291 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 WM51 OLC

MOT Status
Due date passed
84,042
Last Mileage
Recorded
18
Total Tests
Since 2006
67%
Pass Rate
12 passed, 6 failed

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

6

MOT failures recorded

Out of 18 tests on record
5,291

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 reading84,042 miles
Reading date
Average per year5,291
Mileage consistencyVariable
Mileage over time for WM51 OLC 28k42k56k70k84k '06'16'12

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Full MOT Test History 18 tests on record

PASS
Mileage84,042 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage84,042 miles
Since last MOT+4,140 miles
PASS
Mileage79,902 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage79,902 miles
Since last MOT+5,773 miles
PASS
Mileage74,129 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage74,129 miles
Since last MOT+7,402 miles
PASS
Mileage66,727 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage66,727 miles
Since last MOT+518 miles
PASS
Mileage66,209 miles
Since last MOT+582 miles
PASS
Mileage65,627 miles
Since last MOT+4,040 miles
PASS
Mileage61,587 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage61,587 miles
Since last MOT+5,610 miles
PASS
Mileage55,977 miles
Since last MOT+5,936 miles
PASS
Mileage50,041 miles
Since last MOT+7,601 miles
PASS
Mileage42,440 miles
Since last MOT+11,492 miles
PASS
Mileage30,948 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage30,948 miles
Since last MOT+3,347 miles
PASS
Mileage27,601 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

RegistrationWM51 OLC
MakeVauxhall
ModelAstra
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1598cc
Year2002
First registered
Area codeWM — Bristol, West of England
Age identifier51 — September 2001 to February 2002

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About WM51 OLC

What car is WM51 OLC?

WM51 OLC is a green Vauxhall Astra, petrol (1598cc). First registered in Bristol in 2002.

What is the mileage of WM51 OLC?

The last recorded mileage for WM51 OLC was 84,042 miles, recorded on 11 Oct 2016 during its most recent MOT test.

Has WM51 OLC passed its MOT?

WM51 OLC has had 18 MOT tests with a 67% pass rate (12 passes, 6 failures). It last passed on 11 Oct 2016.

Is WM51 OLC ULEZ compliant?

Based on its fuel type and registration year, WM51 OLC is likely not ULEZ compliant. As a petrol vehicle registered in 2002, 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 OLC?

WM51 OLC is approximately 24 years old. Age identifier 51 means registered between 1 September 2001 and 28 February 2002.