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RN02 XDE

2002 Vauxhall Astra · Petrol · 1796cc

Red Registered in Reading, Reading · 24 years old

Vehicle summary

MakeVauxhall
ModelAstra
Year2002
FuelPetrol
Engine1796cc
ColourRed
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 1796cc has had 10 MOT tests on record, passing 7 and failing 3 (70% pass rate). It has 118,143 miles on the clock, averaging 9,249 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 XDE

MOT Status
Due date passed
118,143
Last Mileage
Recorded
10
Total Tests
Since 2006
70%
Pass Rate
7 passed, 3 failed

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

3

MOT failures recorded

Out of 10 tests on record
9,249

Average miles/year

Above UK average of 7,400
0

Gaps in MOT history

No gaps detected in MOT coverage

Mileage Analysis

Above average
Latest reading118,143 miles
Reading date
Miles last year9,075
Average per year9,249
Mileage consistencyConsistent
Mileage over time for RN02 XDE 62k76k90k104k118k '06'12'09

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Full MOT Test History 10 tests on record

PASS
Mileage118,143 miles
Since last MOT+9,075 miles
PASS
Mileage109,068 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage109,068 miles
Since last MOT+11,297 miles
PASS
Mileage97,771 miles
Since last MOT+7,346 miles
PASS
Mileage90,425 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage90,425 miles
Since last MOT+10,114 miles
PASS
Mileage80,311 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage80,311 miles
Since last MOT+8,819 miles
PASS
Mileage71,492 miles
Since last MOT+9,386 miles
PASS
Mileage62,106 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 XDE
MakeVauxhall
ModelAstra
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1796cc
Year2002
First registered
Area codeRN — Reading, Reading
Age identifier02 — March 2002 to August 2002

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About RN02 XDE

What car is RN02 XDE?

RN02 XDE is an red Vauxhall Astra, petrol (1796cc). First registered in Reading in 2002.

What is the mileage of RN02 XDE?

The last recorded mileage for RN02 XDE was 118,143 miles, recorded on 4 Jul 2012 during its most recent MOT test.

Has RN02 XDE passed its MOT?

RN02 XDE has had 10 MOT tests with a 70% pass rate (7 passes, 3 failures). It last passed on 4 Jul 2012.

Is RN02 XDE ULEZ compliant?

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

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