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WR51 OYM

2001 Vauxhall Astra · Diesel · 1686cc

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

Vehicle summary

MakeVauxhall
ModelAstra
Year2001
FuelDiesel
Engine1686cc
ColourSilver
ULEZ (est.)Likely Non-compliantDiesel pre-2015
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 Diesel 1686cc has had 8 MOT tests on record, passing 6 and failing 2 (75% pass rate). It has 148,588 miles on the clock, averaging 11,353 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 WR51 OYM

MOT Status
Due date passed
148,588
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
11,353

Average miles/year

Above UK average of 7,400
1

Gap in MOT history

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

Mileage Analysis

Above average
Latest reading148,588 miles
Reading date
Average per year11,353
Mileage consistencyVariable
Mileage over time for WR51 OYM 89k104k119k134k149k '05'11'09

Check WR51 OYM

Full MOT Test History 8 tests on record

PASS
Mileage148,588 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage148,588 miles
Since last MOT+22,095 miles
FAIL
Mileage126,493 miles
Since last MOT+13,895 miles
PASS
Mileage112,598 miles
Since last MOT+6,118 miles
PASS
Mileage106,480 miles
Since last MOT+6,646 miles
PASS
Mileage99,834 miles
Since last MOT+106 miles
PASS
Mileage99,728 miles
Since last MOT+10,788 miles
PASS
Mileage88,940 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 OYM
MakeVauxhall
ModelAstra
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1686cc
Year2001
First registered
Area codeWR — Bristol, West of England
Age identifier51 — September 2001 to February 2002

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About WR51 OYM

What car is WR51 OYM?

WR51 OYM is a silver Vauxhall Astra, diesel (1686cc). First registered in Bristol in 2001.

What is the mileage of WR51 OYM?

The last recorded mileage for WR51 OYM was 148,588 miles, recorded on 1 Mar 2011 during its most recent MOT test.

Has WR51 OYM passed its MOT?

WR51 OYM has had 8 MOT tests with a 75% pass rate (6 passes, 2 failures). It last passed on 1 Mar 2011.

Is WR51 OYM ULEZ compliant?

Based on its fuel type and registration year, WR51 OYM is likely not ULEZ compliant. As a diesel vehicle registered in 2001, it typically does not meet the Euro 6 emission standard required. This is an estimate — confirm with TfL's ULEZ checker.

How old is WR51 OYM?

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