The road tax status for VU08 VXT is recorded as available on IsItAGoodCar.

When is the MOT due for VU08 VXT?

The MOT for VU08 VXT is valid and due for renewal on or before 10 July 2025.

What is the recorded mileage of VU08 VXT?

The recorded mileage for VU08 VXT is 103,212 miles, recorded at its most recent DVSA MOT test.

Is VU08 VXT ULEZ compliant?

No, VU08 VXT does not meet standard ULEZ emissions requirements and would incur a daily charge when driven within the London Ultra Low Emission Zone.

Does VU08 VXT have an outstanding safety recall?

Yes, VU08 VXT 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 1.9L Diesel · VU08 VXT

VU08 VXT

2008 Vauxhall Astra (1.9L, diesel). First registered 01/03/2008. Recorded mileage 103,212 miles. MOT status: Expired. A manufacturer safety recall is currently outstanding.

Make & Model: VAUXHALL ASTRA
Year / Origin: 2008 · Worcester
Safety Recall: Recall Notice
MOT Status: Valid until 10/07/2025
Road Tax: —
Recorded Mileage: 103,212 mi
ULEZ Compliance: Non-Compliant (Pre-Euro 6 Diesel)
Fuel & Engine: Diesel · 1.9L
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 10/07/2025

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Mileage: 103,212 mi
Fuel Type: Diesel
Year: 2008
Engine: 1910cc

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VU08 VXT Key Findings

4 MOT tests recorded
Outstanding manufacturer safety recall notice
Latest MOT passed on 12/07/2024
103,212 miles recorded at latest MOT
1 historical MOT failure
4 defects noted at the latest MOT

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MOT Roadworthiness Analysis

/ 100 · Below Average

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MOT Roadworthiness: Below Average

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✗ MOT Expired or Failed

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✓ Good MOT pass rate (75%)

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✗ Outstanding recall notice

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VU08 VXT Mileage History

02/12/202198,428 mi
14/02/2023101,080 mi+2,652 mi
16/02/2023101,082 mi+2 mi
12/07/2024103,212 mi+2,130 mi

Average of roughly 1,834 miles per year across 4 recorded odometer readings.

VU08 VXT MOT History

Vehicle record last updated: 19 Sept 2026, 10:30

MOT Analysis

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4 MOT tests are recorded for this 2008 Vauxhall Astra (VU08 VXT) between December 2021 and July 2024.

The record contains 3 passes and 1 failure.

The most recent test on 12 July 2024 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 (5 issues), Brakes (2 issues), Lighting (1 issue), Suspension (1 issue). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.

In total 7 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 Rear Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))”; “Nearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))”.

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