2008 Vauxhall Astra 1.7L Diesel · YW58 HBP
2008 Vauxhall Astra (1.7L, diesel). First registered 03 Nov 2008. Recorded mileage 120,099 miles. MOT expired on 21 Nov 2024. A manufacturer safety recall is currently outstanding.
- Make & Model
- VAUXHALL ASTRA
- Year / Origin
- 2008 · Beverley / Hull
- Safety Recall
- Recall Notice
- MOT Status
- Expired on 21 Nov 2024
- Road Tax
- —
- Recorded Mileage
- 120,099 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- Non-Compliant (Pre-Euro 6 Diesel)
- Fuel & Engine
- Diesel · 1.7L
- 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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YW58 HBP Key Findings
- 3 MOT tests recorded
- Outstanding manufacturer safety recall notice
- Latest MOT passed on 22/11/2023
- 120,099 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 1 historical MOT failure
- No defects recorded at the latest MOT
Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.
YW58 HBP MOT History
Interpretation generated from the recorded test data above — not an official DVSA statement and not a substitute for an independent inspection.
3 MOT tests are recorded for this 2008 Vauxhall Astra (YW58 HBP) between November 2022 and November 2023.
The record contains 2 passes and 1 failure.
The most recent test on 22 November 2023 was a pass, although the earlier record includes 1 failure that buyers may want to investigate.
YW58 HBP Mileage History
- 08/11/2022108,590 mi
- 09/11/2022108,590 mi
- 22/11/2023120,099 mi+11,509 mi
Average of roughly 11,083 miles per year across 3 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: Poor
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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