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AA08 VUE

2008 Vauxhall Astra · Petrol · 1796cc

Blue Registered in Peterborough, Anglia · 18 years old

Vehicle summary

MakeVauxhall
ModelAstra
Year2008
FuelPetrol
Engine1796cc
ColourBlue
ULEZ (est.)Likely CompliantPetrol post-2005 (Euro 4)
Est. Annual Tax£165–£265

ULEZ status is estimated based on fuel type and registration year. It may not reflect the actual emission standard of this vehicle. Check with TfL for a definitive answer.

At a glance

This 2008 Vauxhall Astra Petrol 1796cc has had 10 MOT tests on record, passing 7 and failing 3 (70% pass rate). It has 69,275 miles on the clock, averaging 7,145 miles per year, below the UK average of 7,400. Common Vauxhall Astra issues include central locking door mechanism and passenger compartment wiring connectors.

MOT & Mileage History for AA08 VUE

MOT Status
Due date passed
69,275
Last Mileage
Recorded
10
Total Tests
Since 2011
70%
Pass Rate
7 passed, 3 failed

Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.

3

MOT failures recorded

Out of 10 tests on record
7,145

Average miles/year

Below UK average of 7,400
0

Gaps in MOT history

No gaps detected in MOT coverage

Mileage Analysis

Below average
Latest reading69,275 miles
Reading date
Miles last year7,098
Average per year7,145
Mileage consistencyConsistent
Mileage over time for AA08 VUE 30k40k50k60k69k '11'16'13

Check AA08 VUE

Full MOT Test History 10 tests on record

PASS
Mileage69,275 miles
Since last MOT+7,098 miles
PASS
Mileage62,177 miles
Since last MOT+7,580 miles
PASS
Mileage54,597 miles
Since last MOT+185 miles
FAIL
Mileage54,412 miles
Since last MOT+7,614 miles
PASS
Mileage46,798 miles
Since last MOT+5,923 miles
PASS
Mileage40,875 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage40,875 miles
Since last MOT+3,098 miles
PASS
Mileage37,777 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage37,777 miles
Since last MOT+7,315 miles
PASS
Mileage30,462 miles

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🔧 Reported issues for this Vauxhall Astra

These are the most commonly reported problems on Vauxhall Astra models (1998–2009), based on owner reports and workshop data across the UK.

Central locking door mechanism (driver's door microswitches and lock motors)

Microswitches in driver's door wear out, interrupting central locking signal; lock motors seize from dirt/moisture. · Typical repair: £100-250 (switches £20-50, motors £50-100 + labour).

Passenger compartment wiring connectors (transverse harness under carpet, front-rear junction)

Connectors corrode from wet carpets (leaks or spills), causing glitches in electrics/ECUs. · Typical repair: £150-400 (harness section £50-150 + drying/labour; full harness £300+).

Rear brake calipers (seizing/pistons)

Caliper pistons corrode/seize, causing uneven pad wear. · Typical repair: £200-450 per side (caliper £80-150 + discs/pads/labour).

Front suspension wheel bearings (integrated in hubs)

Bearings wear prematurely due to hub design, especially on pothole-heavy UK roads. · Typical repair: £250-500 per side (hub assembly £100-200 + labour/alignment).

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAA08 VUE
MakeVauxhall
ModelAstra
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1796cc
Year2008
First registered
Area codeAA — Peterborough, Anglia
Age identifier08 — March 2008 to August 2008

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About AA08 VUE

What car is AA08 VUE?

AA08 VUE is an blue Vauxhall Astra, petrol (1796cc). First registered in Peterborough in 2008.

What is the mileage of AA08 VUE?

The last recorded mileage for AA08 VUE was 69,275 miles, recorded on 31 Oct 2016 during its most recent MOT test.

Has AA08 VUE passed its MOT?

AA08 VUE has had 10 MOT tests with a 70% pass rate (7 passes, 3 failures). It last passed on 31 Oct 2016.

Is AA08 VUE ULEZ compliant?

Based on its fuel type and registration year, AA08 VUE is likely ULEZ compliant. Petrol post-2005 (Euro 4). This is an estimate based on typical emission standards — confirm with TfL's ULEZ checker for a definitive answer.

How old is AA08 VUE?

AA08 VUE is approximately 18 years old. Age identifier 08 means registered between 1 March 2008 and 31 August 2008.