The road tax status for SB08 YKX is recorded as available on IsItAGoodCar.

When is the MOT due for SB08 YKX?

The MOT for SB08 YKX is valid and due for renewal on or before 10 September 2025.

What is the recorded mileage of SB08 YKX?

The recorded mileage for SB08 YKX is 147,883 miles, recorded at its most recent DVSA MOT test.

Is SB08 YKX ULEZ compliant?

Yes, SB08 YKX (VAUXHALL ASTRA) meets Ultra Low Emission Zone (ULEZ) standards and is exempt from daily ULEZ charges in London.

Does SB08 YKX have an outstanding safety recall?

Yes, SB08 YKX is recorded with an outstanding manufacturer safety recall notice under official DVSA records. Vehicle manufacturers are legally required to rectify safety recalls free of charge at any authorised franchised dealership.

Official DVLA Record

Outstanding Recall

2008 Vauxhall Astra 1.8L Petrol · SB08 YKX

SB08 YKX

2008 Vauxhall Astra (1.8L, petrol). First registered 11/06/2008. Recorded mileage 147,883 miles. MOT status: Expired. A manufacturer safety recall is currently outstanding.

Make & Model: VAUXHALL ASTRA
Year / Origin: 2008 · Glasgow
Safety Recall: Recall Notice
MOT Status: Valid until 10/09/2025
Road Tax: —
Recorded Mileage: 147,883 mi
ULEZ Compliance: ULEZ Compliant (Euro 4+)
Fuel & Engine: Petrol · 1.8L
Reliability Guide: Common Faults

Outstanding Safety Recall Notice

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Official 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.

MOT Status

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Valid until 10/09/2025

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Mileage: 147,883 mi
Fuel Type: Petrol
Year: 2008
Engine: 1796cc

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SB08 YKX Key Findings

5 MOT tests recorded
Outstanding manufacturer safety recall notice
Latest MOT passed on 31/08/2024
147,883 miles recorded at latest MOT
2 historical MOT failures
3 defects noted at the latest MOT

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MOT Roadworthiness Analysis

/ 100 · Poor

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MOT Roadworthiness: Poor

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✗ MOT Expired or Failed

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! Average MOT pass rate (60%)

! Older vehicle

✗ Outstanding recall notice

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SB08 YKX Mileage History

27/08/2022130,932 mi
07/08/2023138,967 mi+8,035 mi
04/09/2023139,029 mi+62 mi
12/09/2023139,081 mi+52 mi
31/08/2024147,883 mi+8,802 mi

Average of roughly 8,425 miles per year across 5 recorded odometer readings.

SB08 YKX MOT History

Vehicle record last updated: 30 Sept 2026, 21:29

MOT Analysis

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5 MOT tests are recorded for this 2008 Vauxhall Astra (SB08 YKX) between August 2022 and August 2024.

The record contains 3 passes and 2 failures.

The most recent test on 31 August 2024 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: Suspension (5 issues), Windscreen (4 issues), Brakes (4 issues), Bodywork (2 issues), Lighting (2 issues). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.

In total 20 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 Outer Vehicle structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a bo”; “Nearside Rear Inner Brake disc significantly and obviously worn (1.1.14 (a) (i))”; “Nearside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))”.

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