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RJ02 XKA

2002 Vauxhall Astra · Petrol · 1598cc

Blue Registered in Reading, Reading · 24 years old

Vehicle summary

MakeVauxhall
ModelAstra
Year2002
FuelPetrol
Engine1598cc
ColourBlue
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 17 MOT tests on record, passing 10 and failing 7 (59% pass rate). It has 126,301 miles on the clock, averaging 8,709 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 RJ02 XKA

MOT Status
Due date passed
126,301
Last Mileage
Recorded
17
Total Tests
Since 2006
59%
Pass Rate
10 passed, 7 failed

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

7

MOT failures recorded

Out of 17 tests on record
8,709

Average miles/year

Around UK average of 7,400
1

Gap in MOT history

Periods with no valid MOT — may have been SORN or untaxed

Mileage Analysis

About average
Latest reading126,301 miles
Reading date
Miles last year25
Average per year8,709
Mileage consistencyConsistent
Mileage over time for RJ02 XKA 31k55k79k103k126k '06'17'11

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Full MOT Test History 17 tests on record

PASS
Mileage126,301 miles
Since last MOT+25 miles
FAIL
Mileage126,276 miles
Since last MOT+6,867 miles
PASS
Mileage119,409 miles
Since last MOT+7,468 miles
PASS
Mileage111,941 miles
Since last MOT+7,620 miles
FAIL
Mileage104,321 miles
Since last MOT+7,194 miles
PASS
Mileage97,127 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage97,127 miles
Since last MOT+10,951 miles
PASS
Mileage86,176 miles
Since last MOT+14,383 miles
PASS
Mileage71,793 miles
Since last MOT+10 miles
FAIL
Mileage71,783 miles
Since last MOT+5,088 miles
PASS
Mileage66,695 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage66,695 miles
Since last MOT+5,028 miles
PASS
Mileage61,667 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage61,667 miles
Since last MOT+10,618 miles
PASS
Mileage51,049 miles
Since last MOT+11,200 miles
PASS
Mileage39,849 miles
Since last MOT+8,369 miles
FAIL
Mileage31,480 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 XKA
MakeVauxhall
ModelAstra
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1598cc
Year2002
First registered
Area codeRJ — Reading, Reading
Age identifier02 — March 2002 to August 2002

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About RJ02 XKA

What car is RJ02 XKA?

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

What is the mileage of RJ02 XKA?

The last recorded mileage for RJ02 XKA was 126,301 miles, recorded on 29 Apr 2017 during its most recent MOT test.

Has RJ02 XKA passed its MOT?

RJ02 XKA has had 17 MOT tests with a 59% pass rate (10 passes, 7 failures). It last passed on 29 Apr 2017.

Is RJ02 XKA ULEZ compliant?

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

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