2008 Vauxhall Astra 1.6L Petrol · AF08 ECG
2008 Vauxhall Astra (1.6L, petrol). First registered 11 Jul 2008. Recorded mileage 165,874 miles. MOT expired on 19 Jul 2024.
- Make & Model
- VAUXHALL ASTRA
- Year / Origin
- 2008 · Peterborough
- Safety Recall
- Unknown
- MOT Status
- Expired on 19 Jul 2024
- Road Tax
- —
- Recorded Mileage
- 165,874 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- ULEZ Compliant (Euro 4+)
- Fuel & Engine
- Petrol · 1.6L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
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AF08 ECG Key Findings
- 3 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 19/07/2023
- 165,874 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 1 historical MOT failure
- 4 defects noted at the latest MOT
- Recurring suspension items (3 mentions)
Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.
AF08 ECG MOT History
Interpretation generated from the recorded test data above — not an official DVSA statement and not a substitute for an independent inspection.
3 MOT tests are recorded for this 2008 Vauxhall Astra (AF08 ECG) between July 2022 and July 2023.
The record contains 2 passes and 1 failure.
The most recent test on 19 July 2023 was a pass, although the earlier record includes 1 failure that buyers may want to investigate.
Across all tests, the most frequently flagged areas are: Suspension (3 issues), Exhaust & Emissions (3 issues), Lighting (1 issue), Brakes (1 issue). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.
In total 12 advisory notices are recorded. Advisories flag items that passed but may need attention before the next test; they are not evidence of how well the vehicle has been serviced.
AF08 ECG Mileage History
- 06/07/2022157,623 mi
- 06/07/2022157,623 mi
- 19/07/2023165,874 mi+8,251 mi
Average of roughly 7,971 miles per year across 3 recorded odometer readings.
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MOT Roadworthiness: Below Average
This rating reflects historical MOT pass rates and recurring advisory wear patterns from official DVSA test logs. Note that roadworthiness does not verify outstanding finance, insurance write-offs, or stolen records.
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