2008 Vauxhall Astra 1.9L Diesel · KO08 WCD
2008 Vauxhall Astra (1.9L, diesel). First registered 14 Jul 2008. Recorded mileage 149,337 miles. MOT expired on 20 Aug 2024.
- Make & Model
- VAUXHALL ASTRA
- Year / Origin
- 2008 · Northampton
- Safety Recall
- Unknown
- MOT Status
- Expired on 20 Aug 2024
- Road Tax
- —
- Recorded Mileage
- 149,337 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- Non-Compliant (Pre-Euro 6 Diesel)
- Fuel & Engine
- Diesel · 1.9L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
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KO08 WCD Key Findings
- 5 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT failed on 20/08/2024
- 149,337 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 3 historical MOT failures
- 10 defects noted at the latest MOT
- Recurring suspension items (10 mentions)
Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.
KO08 WCD 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 (KO08 WCD) between August 2022 and August 2024.
The record contains 2 passes and 3 failures.
The most recent test on 20 August 2024 was a fail; the vehicle has not passed its last recorded MOT.
Across all tests, the most frequently flagged areas are: Suspension (10 issues), Lighting (5 issues), Tyres (4 issues), Brakes (1 issue), Exhaust & Emissions (1 issue). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.
In total 10 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 Front Suspension arm insecure and impairing directional stability rear bush (5.3.3 (a) (ii))”; “Nearside Rear Suspension component pin or bush likely to become detached Axle bush (5.3.4 (a) (ii))”; “Offside Front Suspension arm likely to become detached REAR BUSH (5.3.3 (a) (ii))”.
KO08 WCD Mileage History
- 18/08/2022126,304 mi
- 22/08/2022126,336 mi+32 mi
- 18/08/2023138,482 mi+12,146 mi
- 18/08/2023138,482 mi
- 20/08/2024149,337 mi+10,855 mi
Average of roughly 11,475 miles per year across 5 recorded odometer readings.
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MOT Roadworthiness: Poor
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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