2008 Vauxhall Astra 1.6L Petrol · FD58 BBU
2008 Vauxhall Astra (1.6L, petrol). First registered 29/12/2008. Recorded mileage 209,434 miles. MOT valid until 17/08/2027. A manufacturer safety recall is currently outstanding.
- Make & Model
- VAUXHALL ASTRA
- Year / Origin
- 2008 · Nottingham
- Safety Recall
- Recall Notice
- MOT Status
- Valid until 17/08/2027
- Road Tax
- —
- Recorded Mileage
- 209,434 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- ULEZ Compliant (Euro 4+)
- Fuel & Engine
- Petrol · 1.6L
- 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
- Petrol
- Year
- 2008
- Engine
- 1598cc
FD58 BBU Key Findings
- 5 MOT tests recorded
- Outstanding manufacturer safety recall notice
- Latest MOT passed on 19/08/2026
- 209,434 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 2 historical MOT failures
- 2 defects noted at the latest MOT
Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.
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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FD58 BBU Mileage History
- 08/04/2024172,515 mi
- 09/04/2024172,516 mi+1 mi
- 18/08/2025196,659 mi+24,143 mi
- 19/08/2025195,660 mi-999 mi
- 19/08/2026209,434 mi+13,774 mi
Average of roughly 15,625 miles per year across 5 recorded odometer readings.
Recorded mileage decreased between one or more tests — a potential clocking indicator worth verifying before purchase.
FD58 BBU MOT History
Interpretation generated from the recorded test data above — not an official DVSA statement and not a substitute for an independent inspection.
5 MOT tests are recorded for this 2008 Vauxhall Astra (FD58 BBU) between April 2024 and August 2026.
The record contains 3 passes and 2 failures.
The most recent test on 19 August 2026 was a pass, although the earlier record includes 2 failures that buyers may want to investigate.
Across all tests, the most frequently flagged areas are: Brakes (8 issues), Lighting (7 issues), Suspension (6 issues), Exhaust & Emissions (5 issues), Tyres (4 issues). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.
In total 20 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: “Emissions unable to be completed exhaust blow and mis- fire at certain rev range (8.2.1.2 (d))”; “Central Exhaust system insecure clamp missing (6.1.2 (a))”; “Central Rear Seat belt not functioning as intended (7.1.2 (c))”.
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