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RJ02 WKD

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 9 MOT tests on record, passing 6 and failing 3 (67% pass rate). It has 41,381 miles on the clock, averaging 2,712 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 WKD

MOT Status
Due date passed
41,381
Last Mileage
Recorded
9
Total Tests
Since 2006
67%
Pass Rate
6 passed, 3 failed

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

3

MOT failures recorded

Out of 9 tests on record
2,712

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 reading41,381 miles
Reading date
Miles last year5,054
Average per year2,712
Mileage consistencyVariable
Mileage over time for RJ02 WKD 25k29k33k37k41k '06'12'09

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Full MOT Test History 9 tests on record

PASS
Mileage41,381 miles
Since last MOT+5,054 miles
PASS
Mileage36,327 miles
Since last MOT+279 miles
FAIL
Mileage36,048 miles
Since last MOT+1,393 miles
PASS
Mileage34,655 miles
Since last MOT+2,985 miles
PASS
Mileage31,670 miles
Since last MOT+41 miles
FAIL
Mileage31,629 miles
Since last MOT+2,455 miles
FAIL
Mileage29,174 miles
Since last MOT+1,886 miles
PASS
Mileage27,288 miles
Since last MOT+2,169 miles
PASS
Mileage25,119 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 WKD
MakeVauxhall
ModelAstra
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1598cc
Year2002
First registered
Area codeRJ — Reading, Reading
Age identifier02 — March 2002 to August 2002

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About RJ02 WKD

What car is RJ02 WKD?

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

What is the mileage of RJ02 WKD?

The last recorded mileage for RJ02 WKD was 41,381 miles, recorded on 1 May 2012 during its most recent MOT test.

Has RJ02 WKD passed its MOT?

RJ02 WKD has had 9 MOT tests with a 67% pass rate (6 passes, 3 failures). It last passed on 1 May 2012.

Is RJ02 WKD ULEZ compliant?

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

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