The road tax status for YS08 RCV is recorded as available on IsItAGoodCar.

When is the MOT due for YS08 RCV?

The MOT for YS08 RCV is valid and due for renewal on or before 18 May 2027.

What is the recorded mileage of YS08 RCV?

The recorded mileage for YS08 RCV is 79,551 miles, recorded at its most recent DVSA MOT test.

Is YS08 RCV ULEZ compliant?

Yes, YS08 RCV (VAUXHALL ASTRA) meets Ultra Low Emission Zone (ULEZ) standards and is exempt from daily ULEZ charges in London.

Does YS08 RCV have an outstanding safety recall?

Yes, YS08 RCV 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

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Outstanding Recall

2008 Vauxhall Astra 1.8L Petrol · YS08 RCV

YS08 RCV

2008 Vauxhall Astra (1.8L, petrol). First registered 11/07/2008. Recorded mileage 79,551 miles. MOT valid until 18/05/2027. A manufacturer safety recall is currently outstanding.

Make & Model: VAUXHALL ASTRA
Year / Origin: 2008 · Beverley / Hull
Safety Recall: Recall Notice
MOT Status: Valid until 18/05/2027
Road Tax: —
Recorded Mileage: 79,551 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 18/05/2027

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Mileage: 79,551 mi
Fuel Type: Petrol
Year: 2008
Engine: 1796cc

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YS08 RCV Key Findings

5 MOT tests recorded
Outstanding manufacturer safety recall notice
Latest MOT passed on 07/05/2026
79,551 miles recorded at latest MOT
1 historical MOT failure
6 defects noted at the latest MOT

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MOT Roadworthiness Analysis

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MOT Roadworthiness: Average

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✓ Valid MOT

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✓ Good MOT pass rate (80%)

! Older vehicle

✗ Outstanding recall notice

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YS08 RCV Mileage History

13/05/202371,257 mi
15/05/202371,259 mi+2 mi
14/05/202473,992 mi+2,733 mi
10/05/202576,830 mi+2,838 mi
07/05/202679,551 mi+2,721 mi

Average of roughly 2,779 miles per year across 5 recorded odometer readings.

YS08 RCV MOT History

Vehicle record last updated: 1 Oct 2026, 07:48

MOT Analysis

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 (YS08 RCV) between May 2023 and May 2026.

The record contains 4 passes and 1 failure.

The most recent test on 07 May 2026 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: Brakes (8 issues), Tyres (4 issues), Suspension (2 issues), Lighting (1 issue). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.

In total 17 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 Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))”.

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