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RG02 OPD

2002 Vauxhall Astra · Petrol · 1598cc

Black Registered in Reading, Reading · 24 years old

Vehicle summary

MakeVauxhall
ModelAstra
Year2002
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 2002 Vauxhall Astra Petrol 1598cc has had 10 MOT tests on record, passing 8 and failing 2 (80% pass rate). It has 106,749 miles on the clock, averaging 8,637 miles per year, around the UK average of 7,400. Common Vauxhall Astra issues include central locking door mechanism and passenger compartment wiring connectors.

MOT & Mileage History for RG02 OPD

MOT Status
Due date passed
106,749
Last Mileage
Recorded
10
Total Tests
Since 2006
80%
Pass Rate
8 passed, 2 failed

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

2

MOT failures recorded

Out of 10 tests on record
8,637

Average miles/year

Around UK average of 7,400
2

Gaps in MOT history

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

Mileage Analysis

About average
Latest reading106,749 miles
Reading date
Miles last year17,816
Average per year8,637
Mileage consistencyVariable
Mileage over time for RG02 OPD 42k58k74k91k107k '06'13'10

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Full MOT Test History 10 tests on record

PASS
Mileage106,749 miles
Since last MOT+17,816 miles
PASS
Mileage88,933 miles
Since last MOT+2,489 miles
PASS
Mileage86,444 miles
Since last MOT+112 miles
FAIL
Mileage86,332 miles
Since last MOT+4,992 miles
PASS
Mileage81,340 miles
Since last MOT+9,742 miles
PASS
Mileage71,598 miles
Since last MOT+8,122 miles
PASS
Mileage63,476 miles
Since last MOT+2 miles
FAIL
Mileage63,474 miles
Since last MOT+16,687 miles
PASS
Mileage46,787 miles
Since last MOT+4,854 miles
PASS
Mileage41,933 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

RegistrationRG02 OPD
MakeVauxhall
ModelAstra
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1598cc
Year2002
First registered
Area codeRG — Reading, Reading
Age identifier02 — March 2002 to August 2002

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About RG02 OPD

What car is RG02 OPD?

RG02 OPD is an black Vauxhall Astra, petrol (1598cc). First registered in Reading in 2002.

What is the mileage of RG02 OPD?

The last recorded mileage for RG02 OPD was 106,749 miles, recorded on 27 Sep 2013 during its most recent MOT test.

Has RG02 OPD passed its MOT?

RG02 OPD has had 10 MOT tests with an 80% pass rate (8 passes, 2 failures). It last passed on 27 Sep 2013.

Is RG02 OPD ULEZ compliant?

Based on its fuel type and registration year, RG02 OPD 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 RG02 OPD?

RG02 OPD is approximately 24 years old. Age identifier 02 means registered between 1 March 2002 and 31 August 2002.