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AG08 WGW

2008 Vauxhall Astra · Petrol · 1796cc

Black Registered in Peterborough, Anglia · 18 years old

Vehicle summary

MakeVauxhall
ModelAstra
Year2008
FuelPetrol
Engine1796cc
ColourBlack
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 15 MOT tests on record, passing 8 and failing 7 (53% pass rate). It has 113,776 miles on the clock, averaging 9,639 miles per year, above the UK average of 7,400. Common Vauxhall Astra issues include central locking door mechanism and passenger compartment wiring connectors.

MOT & Mileage History for AG08 WGW

MOT Status
Due date passed
113,776
Last Mileage
Recorded
15
Total Tests
Since 2011
53%
Pass Rate
8 passed, 7 failed

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

7

MOT failures recorded

Out of 15 tests on record
9,639

Average miles/year

Above UK average of 7,400
1

Gap in MOT history

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

Mileage Analysis

Above average
Latest reading113,776 miles
Reading date
Average per year9,639
Mileage consistencyConsistent
Mileage over time for AG08 WGW 36k56k75k94k114k '11'19'15

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Full MOT Test History 15 tests on record

PASS
Mileage113,776 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage113,776 miles
Since last MOT+6,271 miles
PASS
Mileage107,505 miles
Since last MOT+8,617 miles
PASS
Mileage98,888 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage98,888 miles
Since last MOT+8,921 miles
PASS
Mileage89,967 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage89,967 miles
Since last MOT+8,648 miles
PASS
Mileage81,319 miles
Since last MOT+6,849 miles
PASS
Mileage74,470 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage74,470 miles
Since last MOT+11,575 miles
FAIL
Mileage62,895 miles
Since last MOT+12,501 miles
PASS
Mileage50,394 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage50,394 miles
Since last MOT+14,019 miles
PASS
Mileage36,375 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage36,375 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

RegistrationAG08 WGW
MakeVauxhall
ModelAstra
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1796cc
Year2008
First registered
Area codeAG — Peterborough, Anglia
Age identifier08 — March 2008 to August 2008

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About AG08 WGW

What car is AG08 WGW?

AG08 WGW is an black Vauxhall Astra, petrol (1796cc). First registered in Peterborough in 2008.

What is the mileage of AG08 WGW?

The last recorded mileage for AG08 WGW was 113,776 miles, recorded on 21 Jan 2019 during its most recent MOT test.

Has AG08 WGW passed its MOT?

AG08 WGW has had 15 MOT tests with a 53% pass rate (8 passes, 7 failures). It last passed on 21 Jan 2019.

Is AG08 WGW ULEZ compliant?

Based on its fuel type and registration year, AG08 WGW 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 AG08 WGW?

AG08 WGW is approximately 18 years old. Age identifier 08 means registered between 1 March 2008 and 31 August 2008.