2008 Vauxhall Astravan 1.9L Diesel · HD08 DXB
2008 Vauxhall Astravan (1.9L, diesel). First registered 30 Jun 2008. Recorded mileage 144,661 miles. MOT valid until 28 May 2027. A manufacturer safety recall is currently outstanding.
- Make & Model
- VAUXHALL ASTRAVAN
- Year / Origin
- 2008 · Bournemouth
- Safety Recall
- Recall Notice
- MOT Status
- Valid until 28 May 2027
- Road Tax
- —
- Recorded Mileage
- 144,661 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.
Thinking of buying this vehicle? Free MOT and tax checks do not cover legal ownership. If outstanding finance exists, finance companies have legal right to repossess without compensation.
HD08 DXB Key Findings
- 5 MOT tests recorded
- Outstanding manufacturer safety recall notice
- Latest MOT passed on 27/05/2026
- 144,661 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.
HD08 DXB 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 Astravan (HD08 DXB) between May 2024 and May 2026.
The record contains 3 passes and 2 failures.
The most recent test on 27 May 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: Lighting (4 issues), Suspension (3 issues), Tyres (2 issues), Brakes (2 issues), Windscreen (1 issue). 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: “Offside Rear Inner Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure Wide splits on inner wall o”; “Nearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn Lower control arm rearward bush. (5.3.4 (a) (i))”; “Nearside Rear Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))”.
HD08 DXB Mileage History
- 17/05/2024107,184 mi
- 17/05/2024107,184 mi
- 29/05/2025126,957 mi+19,773 mi
- 30/05/2025126,957 mi
- 27/05/2026144,661 mi+17,704 mi
Average of roughly 18,492 miles per year across 5 recorded odometer readings.
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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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