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RE02 NHJ

2002 Vauxhall Astra · Petrol · 2198cc

Blue Registered in Reading, Reading · 24 years old

Vehicle summary

MakeVauxhall
ModelAstra
Year2002
FuelPetrol
Engine2198cc
ColourBlue
ULEZ (est.)Likely Non-compliantPetrol pre-2006
Est. Annual Tax£265–£630

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 2002 Vauxhall Astra Petrol 2198cc has had 8 MOT tests on record, passing 7 and failing once (88% pass rate). It has 50,009 miles on the clock, averaging 2,495 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 RE02 NHJ

MOT Status
Due date passed
50,009
Last Mileage
Recorded
8
Total Tests
Since 2006
88%
Pass Rate
7 passed, 1 failed

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

1

MOT failure recorded

Out of 8 tests on record
2,495

Average miles/year

Below UK average of 7,400
1

Gap in MOT history

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

Mileage Analysis

Low mileage
Latest reading50,009 miles
Reading date
Miles last year5,303
Average per year2,495
Mileage consistencyVariable
Mileage over time for RE02 NHJ 32k37k41k46k50k '06'13'10

Check RE02 NHJ

Full MOT Test History 8 tests on record

PASS
Mileage50,009 miles
Since last MOT+5,303 miles
PASS
Mileage44,706 miles
Since last MOT+3,178 miles
PASS
Mileage41,528 miles
Since last MOT+661 miles
PASS
Mileage40,867 miles
Since last MOT+1,883 miles
FAIL
Mileage38,984 miles
Since last MOT+3,399 miles
PASS
Mileage35,585 miles
Since last MOT+1,527 miles
PASS
Mileage34,058 miles
Since last MOT+1,920 miles
PASS
Mileage32,138 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

RegistrationRE02 NHJ
MakeVauxhall
ModelAstra
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2198cc
Year2002
First registered
Area codeRE — Reading, Reading
Age identifier02 — March 2002 to August 2002

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About RE02 NHJ

What car is RE02 NHJ?

RE02 NHJ is an blue Vauxhall Astra, petrol (2198cc). First registered in Reading in 2002.

What is the mileage of RE02 NHJ?

The last recorded mileage for RE02 NHJ was 50,009 miles, recorded on 28 May 2013 during its most recent MOT test.

Has RE02 NHJ passed its MOT?

RE02 NHJ has had 8 MOT tests with an 88% pass rate (7 passes, 1 failure). It last passed on 28 May 2013.

Is RE02 NHJ ULEZ compliant?

Based on its fuel type and registration year, RE02 NHJ 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 RE02 NHJ?

RE02 NHJ is approximately 24 years old. Age identifier 02 means registered between 1 March 2002 and 31 August 2002.