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WR51 WDC

2001 Vauxhall Astra · Petrol · 1598cc

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

Vehicle summary

MakeVauxhall
ModelAstra
Year2001
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 2001 Vauxhall Astra Petrol 1598cc has had 15 MOT tests on record, passing 11 and failing 4 (73% pass rate). It has 115,369 miles on the clock, averaging 6,010 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 WDC

MOT Status
Due date passed
115,369
Last Mileage
Recorded
15
Total Tests
Since 2005
73%
Pass Rate
11 passed, 4 failed

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

4

MOT failures recorded

Out of 15 tests on record
6,010

Average miles/year

Below UK average of 7,400
4

Gaps in MOT history

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

Mileage Analysis

Below average
Latest reading115,369 miles
Reading date
Miles last year6
Average per year6,010
Mileage consistencyVariable
Mileage over time for WR51 WDC 42k60k79k97k115k '05'18'14

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Full MOT Test History 15 tests on record

PASS
Mileage115,369 miles
Since last MOT+6 miles
FAIL
Mileage115,363 miles
Since last MOT+4,079 miles
PASS
Mileage111,284 miles
Since last MOT+1 miles
FAIL
Mileage111,283 miles
Since last MOT+3,616 miles
PASS
Mileage107,667 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage107,667 miles
Since last MOT+6,009 miles
PASS
Mileage101,658 miles
Since last MOT+56 miles
FAIL
Mileage101,602 miles
Since last MOT+8,413 miles
PASS
Mileage93,189 miles
Since last MOT+7,660 miles
PASS
Mileage85,529 miles
Since last MOT+4,754 miles
PASS
Mileage80,775 miles
Since last MOT+6,413 miles
PASS
Mileage74,362 miles
Since last MOT+7,073 miles
PASS
Mileage67,289 miles
Since last MOT+15,655 miles
PASS
Mileage51,634 miles
Since last MOT+9,985 miles
PASS
Mileage41,649 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 WDC
MakeVauxhall
ModelAstra
ColourSilver
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 WDC

What car is WR51 WDC?

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

What is the mileage of WR51 WDC?

The last recorded mileage for WR51 WDC was 115,369 miles, recorded on 26 Feb 2018 during its most recent MOT test.

Has WR51 WDC passed its MOT?

WR51 WDC has had 15 MOT tests with a 73% pass rate (11 passes, 4 failures). It last passed on 26 Feb 2018.

Is WR51 WDC ULEZ compliant?

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

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