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RG02 TPV

2002 Vauxhall Astra · Petrol · 1598cc

Silver Registered in Reading, Reading · 24 years old

Vehicle summary

MakeVauxhall
ModelAstra
Year2002
FuelPetrol
Engine1598cc
ColourSilver
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 9 and failing once (90% pass rate). It has 102,729 miles on the clock, averaging 7,724 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 TPV

MOT Status
Due date passed
102,729
Last Mileage
Recorded
10
Total Tests
Since 2006
90%
Pass Rate
9 passed, 1 failed

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

1

MOT failure recorded

Out of 10 tests on record
7,724

Average miles/year

Around UK average of 7,400
0

Gaps in MOT history

No gaps detected in MOT coverage

Mileage Analysis

About average
Latest reading102,729 miles
Reading date
Miles last year6,977
Average per year7,724
Mileage consistencyConsistent
Mileage over time for RG02 TPV 41k56k72k87k103k '06'14'10

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Full MOT Test History 10 tests on record

PASS
Mileage102,729 miles
Since last MOT+6,977 miles
PASS
Mileage95,752 miles
Since last MOT+6,886 miles
PASS
Mileage88,866 miles
Since last MOT+7,713 miles
PASS
Mileage81,153 miles
Since last MOT+8,256 miles
PASS
Mileage72,897 miles
Since last MOT+7,374 miles
PASS
Mileage65,523 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage65,523 miles
Since last MOT+8,197 miles
PASS
Mileage57,326 miles
Since last MOT+8,491 miles
PASS
Mileage48,835 miles
Since last MOT+8,091 miles
PASS
Mileage40,744 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 TPV
MakeVauxhall
ModelAstra
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1598cc
Year2002
First registered
Area codeRG — Reading, Reading
Age identifier02 — March 2002 to August 2002

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About RG02 TPV

What car is RG02 TPV?

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

What is the mileage of RG02 TPV?

The last recorded mileage for RG02 TPV was 102,729 miles, recorded on 13 May 2014 during its most recent MOT test.

Has RG02 TPV passed its MOT?

RG02 TPV has had 10 MOT tests with an 90% pass rate (9 passes, 1 failure). It last passed on 13 May 2014.

Is RG02 TPV ULEZ compliant?

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

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