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RN02 OWH

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 14 MOT tests on record, passing 9 and failing 5 (64% pass rate). It has 148,612 miles on the clock, averaging 13,687 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 RN02 OWH

MOT Status
Due date passed
148,612
Last Mileage
Recorded
14
Total Tests
Since 2005
64%
Pass Rate
9 passed, 5 failed

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

5

MOT failures recorded

Out of 14 tests on record
13,687

Average miles/year

Above UK average of 7,400
1

Gap in MOT history

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

Mileage Analysis

Above average
Latest reading148,612 miles
Reading date
Miles last year31
Average per year13,687
Mileage consistencyVariable
Mileage over time for RN02 OWH 38k66k93k121k149k '05'13'10

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Full MOT Test History 14 tests on record

PASS
Mileage148,612 miles
Since last MOT+31 miles
FAIL
Mileage148,581 miles
Since last MOT+12,112 miles
PASS
Mileage136,469 miles
Since last MOT+186 miles
FAIL
Mileage136,283 miles
Since last MOT+18,137 miles
PASS
Mileage118,146 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage118,146 miles
Since last MOT+22,694 miles
PASS
Mileage95,452 miles
Since last MOT+16,455 miles
PASS
Mileage78,997 miles
Since last MOT+5,215 miles
PASS
Mileage73,782 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage73,782 miles
Since last MOT+11,243 miles
PASS
Mileage62,539 miles
Since last MOT+12,298 miles
PASS
Mileage50,241 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage50,241 miles
Since last MOT+12,217 miles
PASS
Mileage38,024 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

RegistrationRN02 OWH
MakeVauxhall
ModelAstra
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1598cc
Year2002
First registered
Area codeRN — Reading, Reading
Age identifier02 — March 2002 to August 2002

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About RN02 OWH

What car is RN02 OWH?

RN02 OWH is an silver Vauxhall Astra, petrol (1598cc). First registered in Reading in 2002.

What is the mileage of RN02 OWH?

The last recorded mileage for RN02 OWH was 148,612 miles, recorded on 3 Aug 2013 during its most recent MOT test.

Has RN02 OWH passed its MOT?

RN02 OWH has had 14 MOT tests with a 64% pass rate (9 passes, 5 failures). It last passed on 3 Aug 2013.

Is RN02 OWH ULEZ compliant?

Based on its fuel type and registration year, RN02 OWH 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 RN02 OWH?

RN02 OWH is approximately 24 years old. Age identifier 02 means registered between 1 March 2002 and 31 August 2002.