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At a glance
This 2002 Vauxhall Astra Petrol 1796cc has had 17 MOT tests on record, passing 13 and failing 4 (76% pass rate). It has 155,628 miles on the clock, averaging 9,163 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 RN51 PXA
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Mileage Analysis
Above average| Latest reading | 155,628 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 4 |
| Average per year | 9,163 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 17 tests on record
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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
| Registration | RN51 PXA |
| Make | Vauxhall |
| Model | Astra |
| Colour | Blue |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1796cc |
| Year | 2002 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | RN — Reading, Reading |
| Age identifier | 51 — September 2001 to February 2002 |
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About RN51 PXA
What car is RN51 PXA?
RN51 PXA is an blue Vauxhall Astra, petrol (1796cc). First registered in Reading in 2002.
What is the mileage of RN51 PXA?
The last recorded mileage for RN51 PXA was 155,628 miles, recorded on 27 Sep 2018 during its most recent MOT test.
Has RN51 PXA passed its MOT?
RN51 PXA has had 17 MOT tests with a 76% pass rate (13 passes, 4 failures). It last passed on 27 Sep 2018.
Is RN51 PXA ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, RN51 PXA 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 RN51 PXA?
RN51 PXA is approximately 24 years old. Age identifier 51 means registered between 1 September 2001 and 28 February 2002.