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At a glance
This 2008 Vauxhall Astra Petrol 1598cc has had 18 MOT tests on record, passing 13 and failing 5 (72% pass rate). It has 121,769 miles on the clock, averaging 8,039 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 AJ57 WMC
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Mileage Analysis
About average| Latest reading | 121,769 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 5 |
| Average per year | 8,039 |
| Mileage consistency | Consistent |
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Full MOT Test History 18 tests on record
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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
| Registration | AJ57 WMC |
| Make | Vauxhall |
| Model | Astra |
| Colour | Grey |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1598cc |
| Year | 2008 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | AJ — Peterborough, Anglia |
| Age identifier | 57 — September 2007 to February 2008 |
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About AJ57 WMC
What car is AJ57 WMC?
AJ57 WMC is an grey Vauxhall Astra, petrol (1598cc). First registered in Peterborough in 2008.
What is the mileage of AJ57 WMC?
The last recorded mileage for AJ57 WMC was 121,769 miles, recorded on 30 Oct 2023 during its most recent MOT test.
Has AJ57 WMC passed its MOT?
AJ57 WMC has had 18 MOT tests with a 72% pass rate (13 passes, 5 failures). It last passed on 30 Oct 2023.
Is AJ57 WMC ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, AJ57 WMC 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 AJ57 WMC?
AJ57 WMC is approximately 18 years old. Age identifier 57 means registered between 1 September 2007 and 28 February 2008.