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2008 Vauxhall Vectra 1.9L Diesel · YR58 AEK

YR58 AEK

2008 Vauxhall Vectra (1.9L, diesel). First registered 16/09/2008. Recorded mileage 173,664 miles. MOT valid until 07/10/2026. Taxed until 01/11/2026.

Make & Model
VAUXHALL VECTRA
Year / Origin
2008 · Sheffield
MOT Status
Valid until 07/10/2026
Road Tax
Taxed (01/11/2026)
Recorded Mileage
173,664 mi
ULEZ Compliance
Non-Compliant (Pre-Euro 6 Diesel)
Fuel & Engine
Diesel · 1.9L
Reliability Guide
Common Faults
MOT Status
Valid
Valid until 07/10/2026
Tax Status
Taxed
Tax due 01/11/2026
Fuel Type
Diesel
Year
2008
Engine
1910cc
Mechanical Assessment

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The vehicle is currently roadworthy, but the maintenance history reveals a trend of deteriorating mechanical components and deferred repairs. While the most recent test in October 2025 at 173,664 miles passed, it carried multiple advisories related to perished rubberwork and failing boots. The persistence of the offside front inner CV boot and front suspension arm ball joint dust covers from 2023 through to 2025 suggests that critical wear-related items are not being addressed until they reach a point of imminent failure. The mileage pattern is consistent with an 18-year-old vehicle, averaging approximately 9,600 miles per year. Between October 2024 and October 2025, the car covered 2,073 miles, indicating lower recent use. However, a significant discrepancy exists in the October 2024 records where the mileage was listed as 175,591, which is higher than the mileage recorded in the subsequent 2025 test by over two thousand miles. This suggests a potential clerical error in the testing entry process that undermines the accuracy of the mileage progression data. A buyer must conduct a thorough inspection of the structural integrity and braking system. The 2024 failure due to a welding defect on the nearside rear road wheel is a serious structural concern that indicates significant corrosion or previous poor-quality repairs. Furthermore, the 2022 advisories regarding corroded brake pipes from front to rear require a physical check to ensure the lines have not thinned to the point of catastrophic failure under pressure. The suspension and drivetrain also show signs of neglected maintenance. The recurring issues with anti-roll bar linkages and ball joint dust covers indicate that the front-end assembly is nearing the end of its service life. Attention should be paid to the 2025 advisories regarding perishing and cracking on multiple tyres, as the rubber compounds are aged regardless of remaining tread depth, necessitating immediate replacement to maintain adequate grip and safety.

YR58 AEK Key Findings

  • 19 MOT tests recorded
  • Latest MOT passed on 09/10/2025
  • 173,664 miles recorded at latest MOT
  • 4 historical MOT failures
  • 6 defects noted at the latest MOT
  • Recurring brakes items (12 mentions)

Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.

MOT Roadworthiness Analysis
65
/ 100 · Average
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MOT Roadworthiness: Average

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✓ Valid MOT
✓ Taxed
✓ Good MOT pass rate (80%)
✗ 1 dangerous defects found recently
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YR58 AEK Mileage History

  1. 06/09/201148,425 mi
  2. 13/09/201263,825 mi+15,400 mi
  3. 22/08/201376,793 mi+12,968 mi
  4. 22/09/201493,375 mi+16,582 mi
  5. 19/08/2015105,312 mi+11,937 mi
  6. 16/08/2016115,381 mi+10,069 mi
  7. 29/08/2017127,050 mi+11,669 mi
  8. 31/08/2017127,050 mi
  9. 01/10/2018135,637 mi+8,587 mi
  10. 01/10/2018135,637 mi
  11. 23/09/2019145,333 mi+9,696 mi
  12. 23/09/2020152,197 mi+6,864 mi
  13. 20/09/2021159,158 mi+6,961 mi
  14. 21/09/2022165,094 mi+5,936 mi
  15. 05/10/2022165,170 mi+76 mi
  16. 12/09/2023168,331 mi+3,161 mi
  17. 07/10/2024175,591 mi+7,260 mi
  18. 08/10/2024171,591 mi-4,000 mi
  19. 09/10/2025173,664 mi+2,073 mi

Average of roughly 8,887 miles per year across 19 recorded odometer readings.

Recorded mileage decreased between one or more tests — a potential clocking indicator worth verifying before purchase.

YR58 AEK MOT History

Vehicle record last updated: 25 Sept 2026, 21:27
MOT Analysis

Interpretation generated from the recorded test data above — not an official DVSA statement and not a substitute for an independent inspection.

19 MOT tests are recorded for this 2008 Vauxhall Vectra (YR58 AEK) between September 2011 and October 2025.

The record contains 15 passes and 4 failures.

The most recent test on 09 October 2025 was a pass, although the earlier record includes 4 failures that buyers may want to investigate.

Across all tests, the most frequently flagged areas are: Brakes (12 issues), Tyres (10 issues), Suspension (7 issues), Lighting (6 issues), Steering (4 issues). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.

In total 27 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: “Nearside Rear Road wheel has a welding defect (5.2.2 (a))”; “Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))”; “Offside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))”.

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