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AA08 WSU

2008 Vauxhall Astra · Petrol · 1796cc

Silver Registered in Peterborough, Anglia · 18 years old

Vehicle summary

MakeVauxhall
ModelAstra
Year2008
FuelPetrol
Engine1796cc
ColourSilver
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 18 MOT tests on record, passing 12 and failing 6 (67% pass rate). It has 108,186 miles on the clock, averaging 5,369 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 WSU

MOT Status
Due date passed
108,186
Last Mileage
Recorded
18
Total Tests
Since 2011
67%
Pass Rate
12 passed, 6 failed

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

6

MOT failures recorded

Out of 18 tests on record
5,369

Average miles/year

Below UK average of 7,400
4

Gaps in MOT history

Periods with no valid MOT — may have been SORN or untaxed

Mileage Analysis

Below average
Latest reading108,186 miles
Reading date
Average per year5,369
Mileage consistencyVariable
Mileage over time for AA08 WSU 32k51k70k89k108k '11'25'19

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Full MOT Test History 18 tests on record

PASS
Mileage108,186 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage108,186 miles
Since last MOT+154 miles
PASS
Mileage108,032 miles
Since last MOT+1,977 miles
PASS
Mileage106,055 miles
Since last MOT+2,332 miles
PASS
Mileage103,723 miles
Since last MOT+5,325 miles
PASS
Mileage98,398 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage98,398 miles
Since last MOT+8,370 miles
PASS
Mileage90,028 miles
Since last MOT+11,200 miles
PASS
Mileage78,828 miles
Since last MOT+10,980 miles
PASS
Mileage67,848 miles
Since last MOT+4,277 miles
PASS
Mileage63,571 miles
Since last MOT+17 miles
FAIL
Mileage63,554 miles
Since last MOT+5,971 miles
PASS
Mileage57,583 miles
Since last MOT+5 miles
FAIL
Mileage57,578 miles
Since last MOT+12,403 miles
PASS
Mileage45,175 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage45,175 miles
Since last MOT+4,855 miles
FAIL
Mileage40,320 miles
Since last MOT+8,085 miles
PASS
Mileage32,235 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 WSU
MakeVauxhall
ModelAstra
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1796cc
Year2008
First registered
Area codeAA — Peterborough, Anglia
Age identifier08 — March 2008 to August 2008

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About AA08 WSU

What car is AA08 WSU?

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

What is the mileage of AA08 WSU?

The last recorded mileage for AA08 WSU was 108,186 miles, recorded on 27 Sep 2025 during its most recent MOT test.

Has AA08 WSU passed its MOT?

AA08 WSU has had 18 MOT tests with a 67% pass rate (12 passes, 6 failures). It last passed on 27 Sep 2025.

Is AA08 WSU ULEZ compliant?

Based on its fuel type and registration year, AA08 WSU 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 WSU?

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