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WM51 WTA

2002 Vauxhall Astra · Petrol · 1598cc

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

Vehicle summary

MakeVauxhall
ModelAstra
Year2002
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 2002 Vauxhall Astra Petrol 1598cc has had 8 MOT tests on record, passing 6 and failing 2 (75% pass rate). It has 100,129 miles on the clock, averaging 10,436 miles per year, above 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 WTA

MOT Status
Due date passed
100,129
Last Mileage
Recorded
8
Total Tests
Since 2005
75%
Pass Rate
6 passed, 2 failed

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

2

MOT failures recorded

Out of 8 tests on record
10,436

Average miles/year

Above UK average of 7,400
0

Gaps in MOT history

No gaps detected in MOT coverage

Mileage Analysis

Above average
Latest reading100,129 miles
Reading date
Miles last year14,070
Average per year10,436
Mileage consistencyConsistent
Mileage over time for WM51 WTA 48k61k74k87k100k '05'10'08

Check WM51 WTA

Full MOT Test History 8 tests on record

PASS
Mileage100,129 miles
Since last MOT+14,070 miles
PASS
Mileage86,059 miles
Since last MOT+16 miles
FAIL
Mileage86,043 miles
Since last MOT+12,677 miles
PASS
Mileage73,366 miles
Since last MOT+9,619 miles
PASS
Mileage63,747 miles
Since last MOT+25 miles
FAIL
Mileage63,722 miles
Since last MOT+7,981 miles
PASS
Mileage55,741 miles
Since last MOT+7,866 miles
PASS
Mileage47,875 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 WTA
MakeVauxhall
ModelAstra
ColourSilver
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 WTA

What car is WM51 WTA?

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

What is the mileage of WM51 WTA?

The last recorded mileage for WM51 WTA was 100,129 miles, recorded on 13 Nov 2010 during its most recent MOT test.

Has WM51 WTA passed its MOT?

WM51 WTA has had 8 MOT tests with a 75% pass rate (6 passes, 2 failures). It last passed on 13 Nov 2010.

Is WM51 WTA ULEZ compliant?

Based on its fuel type and registration year, WM51 WTA 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 WTA?

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