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WR51 FXS

2001 Vauxhall Astra · Petrol · 1598cc

Blue Registered in Bristol, West of England · 25 years old

Vehicle summary

MakeVauxhall
ModelAstra
Year2001
FuelPetrol
Engine1598cc
ColourBlue
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 12 MOT tests on record, passing 8 and failing 4 (67% pass rate). It has 88,561 miles on the clock, averaging 7,407 miles per year, around the UK average of 7,400. Common Vauxhall Astra issues include central locking door mechanism and passenger compartment wiring connectors.

MOT & Mileage History for WR51 FXS

MOT Status
Due date passed
88,561
Last Mileage
Recorded
12
Total Tests
Since 2005
67%
Pass Rate
8 passed, 4 failed

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

4

MOT failures recorded

Out of 12 tests on record
7,407

Average miles/year

Around UK average of 7,400
2

Gaps in MOT history

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

Mileage Analysis

About average
Latest reading88,561 miles
Reading date
Miles last year9,045
Average per year7,407
Mileage consistencyConsistent
Mileage over time for WR51 FXS 28k43k59k74k89k '05'14'10

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Full MOT Test History 12 tests on record

PASS
Mileage88,561 miles
Since last MOT+9,045 miles
FAIL
Mileage79,516 miles
Since last MOT+6,864 miles
PASS
Mileage72,652 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage72,652 miles
Since last MOT+4,967 miles
PASS
Mileage67,685 miles
Since last MOT+6,735 miles
PASS
Mileage60,950 miles
Since last MOT+18 miles
FAIL
Mileage60,932 miles
Since last MOT+7,366 miles
PASS
Mileage53,566 miles
Since last MOT+6,706 miles
PASS
Mileage46,860 miles
Since last MOT+3 miles
FAIL
Mileage46,857 miles
Since last MOT+10,390 miles
PASS
Mileage36,467 miles
Since last MOT+7,994 miles
PASS
Mileage28,473 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

RegistrationWR51 FXS
MakeVauxhall
ModelAstra
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1598cc
Year2001
First registered
Area codeWR — Bristol, West of England
Age identifier51 — September 2001 to February 2002

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About WR51 FXS

What car is WR51 FXS?

WR51 FXS is a blue Vauxhall Astra, petrol (1598cc). First registered in Bristol in 2001.

What is the mileage of WR51 FXS?

The last recorded mileage for WR51 FXS was 88,561 miles, recorded on 29 Jan 2014 during its most recent MOT test.

Has WR51 FXS passed its MOT?

WR51 FXS has had 12 MOT tests with a 67% pass rate (8 passes, 4 failures). It last passed on 29 Jan 2014.

Is WR51 FXS ULEZ compliant?

Based on its fuel type and registration year, WR51 FXS 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 WR51 FXS?

WR51 FXS is approximately 25 years old. Age identifier 51 means registered between 1 September 2001 and 28 February 2002.