The road tax status for BG08 VCT is recorded as available on IsItAGoodCar.

When is the MOT due for BG08 VCT?

The MOT for BG08 VCT is valid and due for renewal on or before 19 April 2027.

What is the recorded mileage of BG08 VCT?

The recorded mileage for BG08 VCT is 120,445 miles, recorded at its most recent DVSA MOT test.

Is BG08 VCT ULEZ compliant?

Yes, BG08 VCT (VAUXHALL ASTRA) meets Ultra Low Emission Zone (ULEZ) standards and is exempt from daily ULEZ charges in London.

Does BG08 VCT have an outstanding safety recall?

Yes, BG08 VCT is recorded with an outstanding manufacturer safety recall notice under official DVSA records. Vehicle manufacturers are legally required to rectify safety recalls free of charge at any authorised franchised dealership.

Official DVLA Record

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Outstanding Recall

2008 Vauxhall Astra 1.6L Petrol · BG08 VCT

BG08 VCT

2008 Vauxhall Astra (1.6L, petrol). First registered 04 Jun 2008. Recorded mileage 120,445 miles. MOT valid until 19 Apr 2027. A manufacturer safety recall is currently outstanding.

Make & Model: VAUXHALL ASTRA
Year / Origin: 2008 · Birmingham
Safety Recall: Recall Notice
MOT Status: Valid until 19 Apr 2027
Road Tax: —
Recorded Mileage: 120,445 mi
ULEZ Compliance: ULEZ Compliant (Euro 4+)
Fuel & Engine: Petrol · 1.6L
Reliability Guide: Common Faults

Outstanding Safety Recall Notice

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Fuel Type

Petrol

Year

2008

Engine

1598cc

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BG08 VCT Key Findings

28 MOT tests recorded
Outstanding manufacturer safety recall notice
Latest MOT passed on 25/03/2026
120,445 miles recorded at latest MOT
12 historical MOT failures
6 defects noted at the latest MOT

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BG08 VCT MOT History

Vehicle record last updated: 1 Nov 2026, 01:08

MOT Analysis

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28 MOT tests are recorded for this 2008 Vauxhall Astra (BG08 VCT) between April 2011 and March 2026.

The record contains 16 passes and 12 failures.

The most recent test on 25 March 2026 was a pass, although the earlier record includes 12 failures that buyers may want to investigate.

Across all tests, the most frequently flagged areas are: Brakes (61 issues), Suspension (17 issues), Tyres (15 issues), Windscreen (6 issues), Bodywork (5 issues). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.

In total 96 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: “Offside Rear Suspension component pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))”; “Nearside Rear Suspension component pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))”; “Nearside Rear Outer Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly re”.

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BG08 VCT Mileage History

21/04/20115,380 mi
21/04/20115,380 mi
16/04/20129,292 mi+3,912 mi
20/04/201317,874 mi+8,582 mi
29/03/201427,764 mi+9,890 mi
14/04/201538,491 mi+10,727 mi
18/04/201538,491 mi
11/04/201648,853 mi+10,362 mi
18/04/201649,121 mi+268 mi
12/04/201758,567 mi+9,446 mi
12/04/201758,567 mi
07/04/201869,262 mi+10,695 mi
07/04/201869,262 mi
30/03/201981,545 mi+12,283 mi
30/03/201981,545 mi
24/03/202091,701 mi+10,156 mi
24/03/202091,701 mi
23/03/202197,722 mi+6,021 mi
23/03/202197,722 mi
04/04/2022102,893 mi+5,171 mi
04/04/2022102,893 mi
19/04/2023108,073 mi+5,180 mi
27/03/2024112,202 mi+4,129 mi
27/03/2024112,202 mi
02/04/2025114,093 mi+1,891 mi
08/04/2025114,118 mi+25 mi
25/03/2026120,445 mi+6,327 mi
25/03/2026120,445 mi

Average of roughly 7,708 miles per year across 28 recorded odometer readings.

Technical Specifications

ULEZ Compliant

Recall Notice Outstanding

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MOT Roadworthiness: Average

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