2008 Vauxhall Astra 1.8L Petrol · PE58 GYY
2008 Vauxhall Astra (1.8L, petrol). First registered 08 Sept 2008. Recorded mileage 69,804 miles. MOT valid until 30 Mar 2027. A manufacturer safety recall is currently outstanding.
- Make & Model
- VAUXHALL ASTRA
- Year / Origin
- 2008 · Preston
- Safety Recall
- Recall Notice
- MOT Status
- Valid until 30 Mar 2027
- Road Tax
- —
- Recorded Mileage
- 69,804 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.
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PE58 GYY Key Findings
- 5 MOT tests recorded
- Outstanding manufacturer safety recall notice
- Latest MOT passed on 12/03/2026
- 69,804 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 7 defects noted at the latest MOT
- Recurring brakes items (14 mentions)
Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.
PE58 GYY 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 (PE58 GYY) between March 2022 and March 2026.
The record contains 5 passes and 0 failures.
The record shows no MOT failures, although 35 advisory notices note items to monitor.
Across all tests, the most frequently flagged areas are: Brakes (14 issues), Suspension (9 issues), Tyres (2 issues). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.
In total 35 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.
PE58 GYY Mileage History
- 21/03/202233,573 mi
- 14/03/202341,571 mi+7,998 mi
- 06/03/202448,619 mi+7,048 mi
- 11/03/202560,699 mi+12,080 mi
- 12/03/202669,804 mi+9,105 mi
Average of roughly 9,114 miles per year across 5 recorded odometer readings.
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Known faults for Vauxhall Astra H
Our database tracks 3 specific mechanical faults and recurring failure patterns identified across UK MOT testing stations for this generation.
MOT Roadworthiness: Good
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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