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AB08 UYG

2008 Vauxhall Astra · Petrol · 1796cc

Beige Registered in Peterborough, Anglia · 18 years old

Vehicle summary

MakeVauxhall
ModelAstra
Year2008
FuelPetrol
Engine1796cc
ColourBeige
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 8 MOT tests on record, passing 7 and failing once (88% pass rate). It has 93,562 miles on the clock, averaging 8,767 miles per year, around the UK average of 7,400. Common Vauxhall Astra issues include central locking door mechanism and passenger compartment wiring connectors.

MOT & Mileage History for AB08 UYG

MOT Status
Due date passed
93,562
Last Mileage
Recorded
8
Total Tests
Since 2011
88%
Pass Rate
7 passed, 1 failed

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

1

MOT failure recorded

Out of 8 tests on record
8,767

Average miles/year

Around UK average of 7,400
1

Gap in MOT history

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

Mileage Analysis

About average
Latest reading93,562 miles
Reading date
Miles last year7,725
Average per year8,767
Mileage consistencyVariable
Mileage over time for AB08 UYG 37k51k65k79k94k '11'17'15

Check AB08 UYG

Full MOT Test History 8 tests on record

PASS
Mileage93,562 miles
Since last MOT+7,725 miles
PASS
Mileage85,837 miles
Since last MOT+8,329 miles
PASS
Mileage77,508 miles
Since last MOT+2 miles
FAIL
Mileage77,506 miles
Since last MOT+15,171 miles
PASS
Mileage62,335 miles
Since last MOT+5,994 miles
PASS
Mileage56,341 miles
Since last MOT+15,886 miles
PASS
Mileage40,455 miles
Since last MOT+3,326 miles
PASS
Mileage37,129 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

RegistrationAB08 UYG
MakeVauxhall
ModelAstra
ColourBeige
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1796cc
Year2008
First registered
Area codeAB — Peterborough, Anglia
Age identifier08 — March 2008 to August 2008

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About AB08 UYG

What car is AB08 UYG?

AB08 UYG is an beige Vauxhall Astra, petrol (1796cc). First registered in Peterborough in 2008.

What is the mileage of AB08 UYG?

The last recorded mileage for AB08 UYG was 93,562 miles, recorded on 21 Dec 2017 during its most recent MOT test.

Has AB08 UYG passed its MOT?

AB08 UYG has had 8 MOT tests with an 88% pass rate (7 passes, 1 failure). It last passed on 21 Dec 2017.

Is AB08 UYG ULEZ compliant?

Based on its fuel type and registration year, AB08 UYG 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 AB08 UYG?

AB08 UYG is approximately 18 years old. Age identifier 08 means registered between 1 March 2008 and 31 August 2008.