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RK02 XUH

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 13 MOT tests on record, passing 9 and failing 4 (69% pass rate). It has 91,725 miles on the clock, averaging 9,472 miles per year, above the UK average of 7,400. Common Vauxhall Astra issues include central locking door mechanism and passenger compartment wiring connectors.

MOT & Mileage History for RK02 XUH

MOT Status
Due date passed
91,725
Last Mileage
Recorded
13
Total Tests
Since 2006
69%
Pass Rate
9 passed, 4 failed

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

4

MOT failures recorded

Out of 13 tests on record
9,472

Average miles/year

Above UK average of 7,400
3

Gaps in MOT history

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

Mileage Analysis

Above average
Latest reading91,725 miles
Reading date
Miles last year1
Average per year9,472
Mileage consistencyVariable
Mileage over time for RK02 XUH 12k32k52k72k92k '06'14'11

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Full MOT Test History 13 tests on record

PASS
Mileage91,725 miles
Since last MOT+1 miles
FAIL
Mileage91,724 miles
Since last MOT+6,708 miles
PASS
Mileage85,016 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage85,016 miles
Since last MOT+7,109 miles
PASS
Mileage77,907 miles
Since last MOT+38 miles
FAIL
Mileage77,869 miles
Since last MOT+7,936 miles
PASS
Mileage69,933 miles
Since last MOT+132 miles
PASS
Mileage69,801 miles
Since last MOT+14,675 miles
PASS
Mileage55,126 miles
Since last MOT+12,610 miles
FAIL
Mileage42,516 miles
Since last MOT+11,584 miles
PASS
Mileage30,932 miles
Since last MOT+18,660 miles
PASS
Mileage12,272 miles
Since last MOT+400 miles
PASS
Mileage11,872 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

RegistrationRK02 XUH
MakeVauxhall
ModelAstra
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1598cc
Year2002
First registered
Area codeRK — Reading, Reading
Age identifier02 — March 2002 to August 2002

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About RK02 XUH

What car is RK02 XUH?

RK02 XUH is an black Vauxhall Astra, petrol (1598cc). First registered in Reading in 2002.

What is the mileage of RK02 XUH?

The last recorded mileage for RK02 XUH was 91,725 miles, recorded on 8 Sep 2014 during its most recent MOT test.

Has RK02 XUH passed its MOT?

RK02 XUH has had 13 MOT tests with a 69% pass rate (9 passes, 4 failures). It last passed on 8 Sep 2014.

Is RK02 XUH ULEZ compliant?

Based on its fuel type and registration year, RK02 XUH 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 RK02 XUH?

RK02 XUH is approximately 24 years old. Age identifier 02 means registered between 1 March 2002 and 31 August 2002.