2008 Vauxhall Astra 1.6L Petrol · BV58 MVF
2008 Vauxhall Astra (1.6L, petrol). First registered 03 Sept 2008. Recorded mileage 105,436 miles. MOT expired on 21 Jul 2024.
- Make & Model
- VAUXHALL ASTRA
- Year / Origin
- 2008 · Birmingham
- Safety Recall
- Unknown
- MOT Status
- Expired on 21 Jul 2024
- Road Tax
- —
- Recorded Mileage
- 105,436 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- ULEZ Compliant (Euro 4+)
- Fuel & Engine
- Petrol · 1.6L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
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BV58 MVF Key Findings
- 3 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT failed on 28/03/2025
- 105,436 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 1 historical MOT failure
- 11 defects noted at the latest MOT
- Recurring tyres items (5 mentions)
Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.
BV58 MVF 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 (BV58 MVF) between July 2022 and March 2025.
The record contains 2 passes and 1 failure.
The most recent test on 28 March 2025 was a fail; the vehicle has not passed its last recorded MOT.
Across all tests, the most frequently flagged areas are: Tyres (5 issues), Brakes (4 issues), Suspension (4 issues), Bodywork (3 issues), Windscreen (2 issues). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.
In total 19 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: “Nearside Side repeater not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))”; “Nearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))”; “Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))”.
BV58 MVF Mileage History
- 11/07/202297,120 mi
- 07/07/2023101,302 mi+4,182 mi
- 28/03/2025105,436 mi+4,134 mi
Average of roughly 3,065 miles per year across 3 recorded odometer readings.
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Known faults for Vauxhall Astra H
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MOT Roadworthiness: Below Average
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