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At a glance
This 2001 Vauxhall Astra Petrol 1598cc has had 11 MOT tests on record, passing 10 and failing once (91% pass rate). It has 101,630 miles on the clock, averaging 6,920 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 WR51 UYW
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Mileage Analysis
Below average| Latest reading | 101,630 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 18 |
| Average per year | 6,920 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 11 tests on record
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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
| Registration | WR51 UYW |
| Make | Vauxhall |
| Model | Astra |
| Colour | Red |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1598cc |
| Year | 2001 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | WR — Bristol, West of England |
| Age identifier | 51 — September 2001 to February 2002 |
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About WR51 UYW
What car is WR51 UYW?
WR51 UYW is a red Vauxhall Astra, petrol (1598cc). First registered in Bristol in 2001.
What is the mileage of WR51 UYW?
The last recorded mileage for WR51 UYW was 101,630 miles, recorded on 9 Feb 2016 during its most recent MOT test.
Has WR51 UYW passed its MOT?
WR51 UYW has had 11 MOT tests with an 91% pass rate (10 passes, 1 failure). It last passed on 9 Feb 2016.
Is WR51 UYW ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, WR51 UYW 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 UYW?
WR51 UYW is approximately 25 years old. Age identifier 51 means registered between 1 September 2001 and 28 February 2002.