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At a glance
This 2006 Vauxhall Astra Petrol 1598cc has had 19 MOT tests on record, passing 15 and failing 4 (79% pass rate). It has 99,156 miles on the clock, averaging 3,772 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 AO02 RAT
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Low mileage| Latest reading | 99,156 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 2,460 |
| Average per year | 3,772 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 19 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 | AO02 RAT |
| Make | Vauxhall |
| Model | Astra |
| Colour | Black |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1598cc |
| Year | 2006 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | AO — Norwich, Anglia |
| Age identifier | 02 — March 2002 to August 2002 |
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About AO02 RAT
What car is AO02 RAT?
AO02 RAT is an black Vauxhall Astra, petrol (1598cc). First registered in Norwich in 2006.
What is the mileage of AO02 RAT?
The last recorded mileage for AO02 RAT was 99,156 miles, recorded on 8 Jun 2026 during its most recent MOT test.
Has AO02 RAT passed its MOT?
AO02 RAT has had 19 MOT tests with a 79% pass rate (15 passes, 4 failures). It last passed on 8 Jun 2026.
Is AO02 RAT ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, AO02 RAT is likely ULEZ compliant. Petrol post-2005 (Euro 4). This is an estimate based on typical emission standards — confirm with TfL's ULEZ checker for a definitive answer.
How old is AO02 RAT?
AO02 RAT is approximately 20 years old. Age identifier 02 means registered between 1 March 2002 and 31 August 2002.