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RJ02 OAH

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 11 MOT tests on record, passing 8 and failing 3 (73% pass rate). It has 58,727 miles on the clock, averaging 3,667 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 RJ02 OAH

MOT Status
Due date passed
58,727
Last Mileage
Recorded
11
Total Tests
Since 2006
73%
Pass Rate
8 passed, 3 failed

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

3

MOT failures recorded

Out of 11 tests on record
3,667

Average miles/year

Below UK average of 7,400
0

Gaps in MOT history

No gaps detected in MOT coverage

Mileage Analysis

Low mileage
Latest reading58,727 miles
Reading date
Miles last year4,586
Average per year3,667
Mileage consistencyConsistent
Mileage over time for RJ02 OAH 33k39k46k52k59k '06'13'10

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Full MOT Test History 11 tests on record

PASS
Mileage58,727 miles
Since last MOT+4,586 miles
PASS
Mileage54,141 miles
Since last MOT+14 miles
FAIL
Mileage54,127 miles
Since last MOT+3,902 miles
PASS
Mileage50,225 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage50,225 miles
Since last MOT+3,355 miles
PASS
Mileage46,870 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage46,870 miles
Since last MOT+3,168 miles
PASS
Mileage43,702 miles
Since last MOT+4,949 miles
PASS
Mileage38,753 miles
Since last MOT+2,562 miles
PASS
Mileage36,191 miles
Since last MOT+3,137 miles
PASS
Mileage33,054 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

RegistrationRJ02 OAH
MakeVauxhall
ModelAstra
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1598cc
Year2002
First registered
Area codeRJ — Reading, Reading
Age identifier02 — March 2002 to August 2002

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About RJ02 OAH

What car is RJ02 OAH?

RJ02 OAH is an black Vauxhall Astra, petrol (1598cc). First registered in Reading in 2002.

What is the mileage of RJ02 OAH?

The last recorded mileage for RJ02 OAH was 58,727 miles, recorded on 3 Jul 2013 during its most recent MOT test.

Has RJ02 OAH passed its MOT?

RJ02 OAH has had 11 MOT tests with a 73% pass rate (8 passes, 3 failures). It last passed on 3 Jul 2013.

Is RJ02 OAH ULEZ compliant?

Based on its fuel type and registration year, RJ02 OAH 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 RJ02 OAH?

RJ02 OAH is approximately 24 years old. Age identifier 02 means registered between 1 March 2002 and 31 August 2002.