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WR51 GZB

2001 Vauxhall Astra · Petrol · 1598cc

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

Vehicle summary

MakeVauxhall
ModelAstra
Year2001
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 2001 Vauxhall Astra Petrol 1598cc has had 9 MOT tests on record, passing 6 and failing 3 (67% pass rate). It has 69,612 miles on the clock, averaging 7,434 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 GZB

MOT Status
Due date passed
69,612
Last Mileage
Recorded
9
Total Tests
Since 2006
67%
Pass Rate
6 passed, 3 failed

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

3

MOT failures recorded

Out of 9 tests on record
7,434

Average miles/year

Around UK average of 7,400
1

Gap in MOT history

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

Mileage Analysis

About average
Latest reading69,612 miles
Reading date
Miles last year14,630
Average per year7,434
Mileage consistencyConsistent
Mileage over time for WR51 GZB 31k41k50k60k70k '06'12'08

Check WR51 GZB

Full MOT Test History 9 tests on record

PASS
Mileage69,612 miles
Since last MOT+14,630 miles
PASS
Mileage54,982 miles
Since last MOT+5,634 miles
PASS
Mileage49,348 miles
Since last MOT+82 miles
FAIL
Mileage49,266 miles
Since last MOT+6,148 miles
PASS
Mileage43,118 miles
Since last MOT+6,795 miles
PASS
Mileage36,323 miles
Since last MOT+17 miles
FAIL
Mileage36,306 miles
Since last MOT+5,176 miles
PASS
Mileage31,130 miles
Since last MOT+4 miles
FAIL
Mileage31,126 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 GZB
MakeVauxhall
ModelAstra
ColourGreen
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 GZB

What car is WR51 GZB?

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

What is the mileage of WR51 GZB?

The last recorded mileage for WR51 GZB was 69,612 miles, recorded on 18 Jan 2012 during its most recent MOT test.

Has WR51 GZB passed its MOT?

WR51 GZB has had 9 MOT tests with a 67% pass rate (6 passes, 3 failures). It last passed on 18 Jan 2012.

Is WR51 GZB ULEZ compliant?

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

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