2008 Vauxhall Vectra 1.9L Diesel · LF58 CFG
2008 Vauxhall Vectra (1.9L, diesel). First registered 31 Dec 2008. Recorded mileage 104,205 miles. MOT expired on 04 Nov 2022. A manufacturer safety recall is currently outstanding.
- Make & Model
- VAUXHALL VECTRA
- Year / Origin
- 2008 · Stanmore (North London)
- Safety Recall
- Recall Notice
- MOT Status
- Expired on 04 Nov 2022
- Road Tax
- Untaxed (31 Aug 2022)
- Recorded Mileage
- 104,205 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.
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LF58 CFG Key Findings
- 2 MOT tests recorded
- Outstanding manufacturer safety recall notice
- Latest MOT passed on 05/11/2021
- 104,205 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 1 historical MOT failure
- No defects recorded at the latest MOT
Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.
LF58 CFG MOT History
Interpretation generated from the recorded test data above — not an official DVSA statement and not a substitute for an independent inspection.
2 MOT tests are recorded for this 2008 Vauxhall Vectra (LF58 CFG) between November 2021 and November 2021.
The record contains 1 pass and 1 failure.
The most recent test on 05 November 2021 was a pass, although the earlier record includes 1 failure that buyers may want to investigate.
Across all tests, the most frequently flagged areas are: Tyres (4 issues). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.
Recorded failure items include: “Offside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))”; “Nearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))”; “Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))”.
LF58 CFG Mileage History
- 04/11/2021104,204 mi
- 05/11/2021104,205 mi+1 mi
Average of roughly 329 miles per year across 2 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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Our Verdict
Approach this 2008 Vauxhall Vectra diesel with caution and budget for immediate maintenance. The MOT history shows repeated tyre, brake pipe, and suspension issues that suggest deferred upkeep on a high-mileage 17-year-old car.
Given the 2020 failure for exhaust fumes entering the cabin and a seriously damaged obligatory mirror, plus corroded front-to-rear brake pipes noted on both 2020 tests, confirm these were properly repaired and not just patched for the retest. Ask for a full service history and specifically check for evidence of brake pipe replacement, tyre renewal, and suspension arm ball joint work, as the 2020 advisory showed both front lower arms with severely deteriorated dust covers. Negotiate hard on price; the recorded failures and 104k mileage mean you should reserve at least £500-£800 for catching up on worn items such as shocks (mistng noted in 2019) and tyres.
The 1.9-litre diesel in this Vectra typically returns reasonable economy for a large family car, though no model aggregate is supplied here; expect older Euro 4 emissions meaning a higher VED band than modern cars but still road-taxable. Insurance group for an 2008 Vectra diesel is modest, often Group 15-18, keeping premiums low for a 17-year-old vehicle. Estimated annual running cost including fuel, tax, insurance and typical maintenance for a car with this mileage and age is around £1,200-£1,500, weighted by the likelihood of suspension and brake upkeep.
Inspect the rear tyres closely; the 2021 failure showed both rears with tread below 1.6mm and cuts to cords at 104,204 miles, so verify the replacements are sound and not budget part-worn items. Check the front-to-rear brake pipes for corrosion as both sides were flagged in 2020, and examine the front lower suspension arm ball joint dust covers which were severely deteriorated and may now conceal worn joints. Look inside the cabin for any exhaust odour (failed in 2020 for fumes entering) and confirm the offside mirror is intact, as it was seriously damaged on the 2020 failure and only slightly damaged as an advisory in 2019.
This silver LF58CFG Vectra, first registered in February 2009, has covered 104,205 miles as of its last 2021 MOT, which is above typical expectations for a car of this age. The MOT record includes two failures in 2020 and 2021 for items such as tyre tread and cuts, corroded brake pipes, and suspension dust cover deterioration. While the most recent 2021 test passed after a next-day retest for tyres, the pattern of advisory and failure items points to an owner who may have delayed routine care. No aggregate reliability data is available for the Vectra, so assessment rests solely on this vehicle's own history.
No aggregate MOT reliability data is available for the Vauxhall Vectra, so this guide relies entirely on the individual history of LF58CFG.
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