The road tax status for DN08 XMH is recorded as available on IsItAGoodCar.

When is the MOT due for DN08 XMH?

The MOT for DN08 XMH is valid and due for renewal on or before 17 September 2027.

What is the recorded mileage of DN08 XMH?

The recorded mileage for DN08 XMH is 118,621 miles, recorded at its most recent DVSA MOT test.

Is DN08 XMH ULEZ compliant?

Yes, DN08 XMH (VAUXHALL ASTRA) meets Ultra Low Emission Zone (ULEZ) standards and is exempt from daily ULEZ charges in London.

Does DN08 XMH have an outstanding safety recall?

Yes, DN08 XMH 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

MOT Valid

Outstanding Recall

2008 Vauxhall Astra 1.8L Petrol · DN08 XMH

DN08 XMH

2008 Vauxhall Astra (1.8L, petrol). First registered 31 May 2008. Recorded mileage 118,621 miles. MOT valid until 17 Sept 2027. A manufacturer safety recall is currently outstanding.

Make & Model: VAUXHALL ASTRA
Year / Origin: 2008 · Shrewsbury
Safety Recall: Recall Notice
MOT Status: Valid until 17 Sept 2027
Road Tax: —
Recorded Mileage: 118,621 mi
ULEZ Compliance: ULEZ Compliant (Euro 4+)
Fuel & Engine: Petrol · 1.8L
Reliability Guide: Common Faults

Outstanding Safety Recall Notice

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Fuel Type

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Year

2008

Engine

1796cc

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DN08 XMH Key Findings

21 MOT tests recorded
Outstanding manufacturer safety recall notice
Latest MOT passed on 14/09/2026
118,621 miles recorded at latest MOT
5 historical MOT failures
5 defects noted at the latest MOT

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DN08 XMH MOT History

Vehicle record last updated: 30 Oct 2026, 13:08

MOT Analysis

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21 MOT tests are recorded for this 2008 Vauxhall Astra (DN08 XMH) between May 2011 and September 2026.

The record contains 16 passes and 5 failures.

The most recent test on 14 September 2026 was a pass, although the earlier record includes 5 failures that buyers may want to investigate.

Across all tests, the most frequently flagged areas are: Brakes (17 issues), Tyres (11 issues), Lighting (8 issues), Suspension (6 issues), Bodywork (4 issues). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.

In total 55 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: “Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))”; “Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))”; “Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))”.

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DN08 XMH Mileage History

10/05/201127,305 mi
11/05/201235,664 mi+8,359 mi
22/05/201342,416 mi+6,752 mi
31/05/201454,723 mi+12,307 mi
28/05/201566,664 mi+11,941 mi
28/05/201674,914 mi+8,250 mi
27/05/201779,410 mi+4,496 mi
11/04/201885,209 mi+5,799 mi
13/04/201885,209 mi
18/03/201988,374 mi+3,165 mi
07/04/2020101,498 mi+13,124 mi
08/04/2020101,505 mi+7 mi
30/03/2021106,596 mi+5,091 mi
06/04/2022107,344 mi+748 mi
01/04/2023109,135 mi+1,791 mi
14/09/2023109,140 mi+5 mi
17/09/2024112,877 mi+3,737 mi
19/09/2024112,877 mi
17/09/2025115,879 mi+3,002 mi
03/09/2026118,620 mi+2,741 mi
14/09/2026118,621 mi+1 mi

Average of roughly 5,949 miles per year across 21 recorded odometer readings.

Technical Specifications

ULEZ Compliant

Recall Notice Outstanding

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MOT Roadworthiness: Average

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