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YH51 WUU

2001 Vauxhall Astra · Petrol · 1598cc

Black Registered in Leeds, Yorkshire · 25 years old

Vehicle summary

MakeVauxhall
ModelAstra
Year2001
FuelPetrol
Engine1598cc
ColourBlack
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 10 MOT tests on record, passing 7 and failing 3 (70% pass rate). It has 122,800 miles on the clock, averaging 12,928 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 YH51 WUU

MOT Status
Due date passed
122,800
Last Mileage
Recorded
10
Total Tests
Since 2006
70%
Pass Rate
7 passed, 3 failed

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

3

MOT failures recorded

Out of 10 tests on record
12,928

Average miles/year

Above UK average of 7,400
0

Gaps in MOT history

No gaps detected in MOT coverage

Mileage Analysis

Above average
Latest reading122,800 miles
Reading date
Miles last year4,653
Average per year12,928
Mileage consistencyVariable
Mileage over time for YH51 WUU 38k59k81k102k123k '06'12'09

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Full MOT Test History 10 tests on record

FAIL
Mileage122,800 miles
Since last MOT+4,653 miles
PASS
Mileage118,147 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage118,147 miles
Since last MOT+12,983 miles
PASS
Mileage105,164 miles
Since last MOT+31,547 miles
PASS
Mileage73,617 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage73,617 miles
Since last MOT+23,491 miles
PASS
Mileage50,126 miles
Since last MOT+661 miles
PASS
Mileage49,465 miles
Since last MOT+3,911 miles
PASS
Mileage45,554 miles
Since last MOT+7,174 miles
PASS
Mileage38,380 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

RegistrationYH51 WUU
MakeVauxhall
ModelAstra
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1598cc
Year2001
First registered
Area codeYH — Leeds, Yorkshire
Age identifier51 — September 2001 to February 2002

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About YH51 WUU

What car is YH51 WUU?

YH51 WUU is a black Vauxhall Astra, petrol (1598cc). First registered in Leeds in 2001.

What is the mileage of YH51 WUU?

The last recorded mileage for YH51 WUU was 122,800 miles, recorded on 25 Jul 2012 during its most recent MOT test.

Has YH51 WUU passed its MOT?

YH51 WUU has had 10 MOT tests with a 70% pass rate (7 passes, 3 failures). It last was tested on 25 Jul 2012.

Is YH51 WUU ULEZ compliant?

Based on its fuel type and registration year, YH51 WUU 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 YH51 WUU?

YH51 WUU is approximately 25 years old. Age identifier 51 means registered between 1 September 2001 and 28 February 2002.