2008 Vauxhall Astra 1.9L Diesel · AM08 UCG
2008 Vauxhall Astra (1.9L, diesel). First registered 01/04/2008. Recorded mileage 155,115 miles. MOT valid until 13/03/2027. A manufacturer safety recall is currently outstanding.
- Make & Model
- VAUXHALL ASTRA
- Year / Origin
- 2008 · Peterborough
- Safety Recall
- Recall Notice
- MOT Status
- Valid until 13/03/2027
- Road Tax
- Untaxed (01/06/2024)
- Recorded Mileage
- 155,115 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- Non-Compliant (Pre-Euro 6 Diesel)
- Fuel & Engine
- DIESEL · 1.9L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
Outstanding Safety Recall Notice
Action RequiredOfficial DVSA telemetry indicates this vehicle has an unaddressed manufacturer safety recall. Remedial repairs are legally required to be carried out 100% free of charge by an authorised main dealer.
- Fuel Type
- DIESEL
- Year
- 2008
- Engine
- 1910cc
AM08 UCG Key Findings
- 4 MOT tests recorded
- Outstanding manufacturer safety recall notice
- Latest MOT passed on 14/03/2026
- 155,115 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 1 historical MOT failure
- 2 defects noted at the latest MOT
Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.
MOT Roadworthiness: 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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AM08 UCG Mileage History
- 05/08/2022133,535 mi
- 30/08/2023145,422 mi+11,887 mi
- 04/09/2023145,423 mi+1 mi
- 14/03/2026155,115 mi+9,692 mi
Average of roughly 5,985 miles per year across 4 recorded odometer readings.
AM08 UCG MOT History
Interpretation generated from the recorded test data above — not an official DVSA statement and not a substitute for an independent inspection.
4 MOT tests are recorded for this 2008 Vauxhall Astra (AM08 UCG) between August 2022 and March 2026.
The record contains 3 passes and 1 failure.
The most recent test on 14 March 2026 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 (4 issues), Tyres (3 issues), Exhaust & Emissions (2 issues), Windscreen (2 issues). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.
In total 8 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.
Recorded failure items include: “Exhaust system insecure Centre /rear join broken in half (6.1.2 (a))”; “Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 225/45/17 Z (5.2.3 (e))”; “Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))”.
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