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RJ02 OVS

2002 Vauxhall Astra · Petrol · 1598cc

Grey Registered in Reading, Reading · 24 years old

Vehicle summary

MakeVauxhall
ModelAstra
Year2002
FuelPetrol
Engine1598cc
ColourGrey
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 22 MOT tests on record, passing 19 and failing 3 (86% pass rate). It has 134,449 miles on the clock, averaging 4,996 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 OVS

MOT Status
Due date passed
134,449
Last Mileage
Recorded
22
Total Tests
Since 2006
86%
Pass Rate
19 passed, 3 failed

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

3

MOT failures recorded

Out of 22 tests on record
4,996

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 reading134,449 miles
Reading date
Miles last year152
Average per year4,996
Mileage consistencyVariable
Mileage over time for RJ02 OVS 39k63k87k111k134k '06'25'17

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Full MOT Test History 22 tests on record

PASS
Mileage134,449 miles
Since last MOT+152 miles
PASS
Mileage134,297 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage134,297 miles
Since last MOT+4,738 miles
PASS
Mileage129,559 miles
Since last MOT+6,901 miles
PASS
Mileage122,658 miles
Since last MOT+7,336 miles
PASS
Mileage115,322 miles
Since last MOT+6,901 miles
PASS
Mileage108,421 miles
Since last MOT+10,095 miles
PASS
Mileage98,326 miles
Since last MOT+10,250 miles
PASS
Mileage88,076 miles
Since last MOT+9,108 miles
PASS
Mileage78,968 miles
Since last MOT+30 miles
FAIL
Mileage78,938 miles
Since last MOT+2,062 miles
PASS
Mileage76,876 miles
Since last MOT+1,685 miles
PASS
Mileage75,191 miles
Since last MOT+1,615 miles
PASS
Mileage73,576 miles
Since last MOT+1,365 miles
FAIL
Mileage72,211 miles
Since last MOT+1,207 miles
PASS
Mileage71,004 miles
Since last MOT+1,538 miles
PASS
Mileage69,466 miles
Since last MOT+2,729 miles
PASS
Mileage66,737 miles
Since last MOT+5,058 miles
PASS
Mileage61,679 miles
Since last MOT+4,987 miles
PASS
Mileage56,692 miles
Since last MOT+6,523 miles
PASS
Mileage50,169 miles
Since last MOT+10,788 miles
PASS
Mileage39,381 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 OVS
MakeVauxhall
ModelAstra
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1598cc
Year2002
First registered
Area codeRJ — Reading, Reading
Age identifier02 — March 2002 to August 2002

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About RJ02 OVS

What car is RJ02 OVS?

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

What is the mileage of RJ02 OVS?

The last recorded mileage for RJ02 OVS was 134,449 miles, recorded on 7 Jul 2025 during its most recent MOT test.

Has RJ02 OVS passed its MOT?

RJ02 OVS has had 22 MOT tests with an 86% pass rate (19 passes, 3 failures). It last passed on 7 Jul 2025.

Is RJ02 OVS ULEZ compliant?

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

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