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AE08 LKS

2008 Vauxhall Astra · Petrol · 1796cc

Red Registered in Peterborough, Anglia · 18 years old

Vehicle summary

MakeVauxhall
ModelAstra
Year2008
FuelPetrol
Engine1796cc
ColourRed
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 9 MOT tests on record, passing 8 and failing once (89% pass rate). It has 78,250 miles on the clock, averaging 6,646 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 AE08 LKS

MOT Status
Due date passed
78,250
Last Mileage
Recorded
9
Total Tests
Since 2011
89%
Pass Rate
8 passed, 1 failed

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

1

MOT failure recorded

Out of 9 tests on record
6,646

Average miles/year

Below UK average of 7,400
2

Gaps in MOT history

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

Mileage Analysis

Below average
Latest reading78,250 miles
Reading date
Miles last year4,644
Average per year6,646
Mileage consistencyConsistent
Mileage over time for AE08 LKS 30k42k54k66k78k '11'18'15

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Full MOT Test History 9 tests on record

PASS
Mileage78,250 miles
Since last MOT+4,644 miles
PASS
Mileage73,606 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage73,606 miles
Since last MOT+5,186 miles
PASS
Mileage68,420 miles
Since last MOT+6,558 miles
PASS
Mileage61,862 miles
Since last MOT+6,127 miles
PASS
Mileage55,735 miles
Since last MOT+5,974 miles
PASS
Mileage49,761 miles
Since last MOT+7,279 miles
PASS
Mileage42,482 miles
Since last MOT+12,673 miles
PASS
Mileage29,809 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

RegistrationAE08 LKS
MakeVauxhall
ModelAstra
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1796cc
Year2008
First registered
Area codeAE — Peterborough, Anglia
Age identifier08 — March 2008 to August 2008

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About AE08 LKS

What car is AE08 LKS?

AE08 LKS is an red Vauxhall Astra, petrol (1796cc). First registered in Peterborough in 2008.

What is the mileage of AE08 LKS?

The last recorded mileage for AE08 LKS was 78,250 miles, recorded on 1 Oct 2018 during its most recent MOT test.

Has AE08 LKS passed its MOT?

AE08 LKS has had 9 MOT tests with an 89% pass rate (8 passes, 1 failure). It last passed on 1 Oct 2018.

Is AE08 LKS ULEZ compliant?

Based on its fuel type and registration year, AE08 LKS 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 AE08 LKS?

AE08 LKS is approximately 18 years old. Age identifier 08 means registered between 1 March 2008 and 31 August 2008.