2008 Vauxhall Astra 1.8L Petrol · KU08 HTG
2008 Vauxhall Astra (1.8L, petrol). First registered 27 Mar 2008. Recorded mileage 152,079 miles. MOT valid until 22 Jul 2027. A manufacturer safety recall is currently outstanding.
- Make & Model
- VAUXHALL ASTRA
- Year / Origin
- 2008 · Northampton
- Safety Recall
- Recall Notice
- MOT Status
- Valid until 22 Jul 2027
- Road Tax
- —
- Recorded Mileage
- 152,079 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- ULEZ Compliant (Euro 4+)
- Fuel & Engine
- Petrol · 1.8L
- 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.
KU08 HTG Key Findings
- 5 MOT tests recorded
- Outstanding manufacturer safety recall notice
- Latest MOT passed on 19/07/2026
- 152,079 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 2 historical MOT failures
- 9 defects noted at the latest MOT
Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.
KU08 HTG 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 (KU08 HTG) between July 2024 and July 2026.
The record contains 3 passes and 2 failures.
The most recent test on 19 July 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 (13 issues), Suspension (7 issues), Exhaust & Emissions (7 issues), Brakes (6 issues), Steering (3 issues). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.
In total 44 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: “Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases at back box and middle pipe joint (6.1.2 (a))”; “Battery insecure and likely to cause a short circuit (4.13 (a) (ii))”; “Nearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect no pattern (4.1.2 (c))”.
KU08 HTG Mileage History
- 24/07/2024126,612 mi
- 01/07/2025135,954 mi+9,342 mi
- 01/07/2025135,972 mi+18 mi
- 17/07/2026151,995 mi+16,023 mi
- 19/07/2026152,079 mi+84 mi
Average of roughly 12,831 miles per year across 5 recorded odometer readings.
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MOT Roadworthiness: 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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