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At a glance
This 2002 Vauxhall Astra Petrol 1598cc has had 10 MOT tests on record, passing 6 and failing 4 (60% pass rate). It has 77,404 miles on the clock, averaging 4,025 miles per year, well 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 YL51 LLA
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Mileage Analysis
Low mileage| Latest reading | 77,404 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 7,711 |
| Average per year | 4,025 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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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 | YL51 LLA |
| Make | Vauxhall |
| Model | Astra |
| Colour | Silver |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1598cc |
| Year | 2002 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | YL — Sheffield, Yorkshire |
| Age identifier | 51 — September 2001 to February 2002 |
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About YL51 LLA
What car is YL51 LLA?
YL51 LLA is a silver Vauxhall Astra, petrol (1598cc). First registered in Sheffield in 2002.
What is the mileage of YL51 LLA?
The last recorded mileage for YL51 LLA was 77,404 miles, recorded on 25 Mar 2014 during its most recent MOT test.
Has YL51 LLA passed its MOT?
YL51 LLA has had 10 MOT tests with a 60% pass rate (6 passes, 4 failures). It last passed on 25 Mar 2014.
Is YL51 LLA ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, YL51 LLA is likely not ULEZ compliant. As a petrol vehicle registered in 2002, it typically does not meet the Euro 4 emission standard required. This is an estimate — confirm with TfL's ULEZ checker.
How old is YL51 LLA?
YL51 LLA is approximately 24 years old. Age identifier 51 means registered between 1 September 2001 and 28 February 2002.