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RH51 AAA

2008 Vauxhall Astra · Petrol · 1598cc

Black Registered in Reading, Reading · 18 years old

Vehicle summary

MakeVauxhall
ModelAstra
Year2008
FuelPetrol
Engine1598cc
ColourBlack
ULEZ (est.)Likely CompliantPetrol post-2005 (Euro 4)
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 2008 Vauxhall Astra Petrol 1598cc has had 20 MOT tests on record, passing 14 and failing 6 (70% pass rate). It has 134,171 miles on the clock, averaging 6,470 miles per year, 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 RH51 AAA

Valid
MOT Status
Expires
134,171
Last Mileage
Recorded
20
Total Tests
Since 2011
70%
Pass Rate
14 passed, 6 failed

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

6

MOT failures recorded

Out of 20 tests on record
6,470

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

Below average
Latest reading134,171 miles
Reading date
Miles last year2,541
Average per year6,470
Mileage consistencyVariable
Mileage over time for RH51 AAA 43k66k88k111k134k '11'25'19

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Full MOT Test History 20 tests on record

PASS
Mileage134,171 miles
Since last MOT+2,541 miles
PASS
Mileage131,630 miles
Since last MOT+2,331 miles
PASS
Mileage129,299 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage129,299 miles
Since last MOT+4,922 miles
PASS
Mileage124,377 miles
Since last MOT+4,912 miles
PASS
Mileage119,465 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage119,465 miles
Since last MOT+4,692 miles
PASS
Mileage114,773 miles
Since last MOT+6,184 miles
PASS
Mileage108,589 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage108,589 miles
Since last MOT+8,355 miles
PASS
Mileage100,234 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage100,234 miles
Since last MOT+10,948 miles
PASS
Mileage89,286 miles
Since last MOT+9,803 miles
PASS
Mileage79,483 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage79,483 miles
Since last MOT+9,739 miles
PASS
Mileage69,744 miles
Since last MOT+5,889 miles
PASS
Mileage63,855 miles
Since last MOT+8,281 miles
PASS
Mileage55,574 miles
Since last MOT+9,186 miles
PASS
Mileage46,388 miles
Since last MOT+3,686 miles
FAIL
Mileage42,702 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

RegistrationRH51 AAA
MakeVauxhall
ModelAstra
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1598cc
Year2008
First registered
Area codeRH — Reading, Reading
Age identifier51 — September 2001 to February 2002

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About RH51 AAA

What car is RH51 AAA?

RH51 AAA is an black Vauxhall Astra, petrol (1598cc). First registered in Reading in 2008.

What is the mileage of RH51 AAA?

The last recorded mileage for RH51 AAA was 134,171 miles, recorded on 17 Nov 2025 during its most recent MOT test.

Has RH51 AAA passed its MOT?

RH51 AAA has had 20 MOT tests with a 70% pass rate (14 passes, 6 failures). It last passed on 17 Nov 2025.

Is RH51 AAA ULEZ compliant?

Based on its fuel type and registration year, RH51 AAA 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 RH51 AAA?

RH51 AAA is approximately 18 years old. Age identifier 51 means registered between 1 September 2001 and 28 February 2002.