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BD08 ESN

2008 Vauxhall Astra · Diesel · 1248cc

Black Registered in Birmingham, Birmingham · 18 years old

Vehicle summary

MakeVauxhall
ModelAstra
Year2008
FuelDiesel
Engine1248cc
ColourBlack
ULEZ (est.)Likely Non-compliantDiesel pre-2015
Est. Annual Tax£130–£165

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 Diesel 1248cc has had 8 MOT tests on record, passing 5 and failing 3 (63% pass rate). It has 127,318 miles on the clock, averaging 12,402 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 BD08 ESN

MOT Status
Due date passed
127,318
Last Mileage
Recorded
8
Total Tests
Since 2011
63%
Pass Rate
5 passed, 3 failed

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

3

MOT failures recorded

Out of 8 tests on record
12,402

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 reading127,318 miles
Reading date
Miles last year8,849
Average per year12,402
Mileage consistencyVariable
Mileage over time for BD08 ESN 54k72k91k109k127k '11'17'15

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Full MOT Test History 8 tests on record

PASS
Mileage127,318 miles
Since last MOT+8,849 miles
PASS
Mileage118,469 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage118,469 miles
Since last MOT+4,684 miles
PASS
Mileage113,785 miles
Since last MOT+3,586 miles
PASS
Mileage110,199 miles
Since last MOT+5,777 miles
FAIL
Mileage104,422 miles
Since last MOT+18,050 miles
PASS
Mileage86,372 miles
Since last MOT+32,492 miles
FAIL
Mileage53,880 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

RegistrationBD08 ESN
MakeVauxhall
ModelAstra
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1248cc
Year2008
First registered
Area codeBD — Birmingham, Birmingham
Age identifier08 — March 2008 to August 2008

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About BD08 ESN

What car is BD08 ESN?

BD08 ESN is a black Vauxhall Astra, diesel (1248cc). First registered in Birmingham in 2008.

What is the mileage of BD08 ESN?

The last recorded mileage for BD08 ESN was 127,318 miles, recorded on 20 Apr 2017 during its most recent MOT test.

Has BD08 ESN passed its MOT?

BD08 ESN has had 8 MOT tests with a 63% pass rate (5 passes, 3 failures). It last passed on 20 Apr 2017.

Is BD08 ESN ULEZ compliant?

Based on its fuel type and registration year, BD08 ESN is likely not ULEZ compliant. As a diesel vehicle registered in 2008, it typically does not meet the Euro 6 emission standard required. This is an estimate — confirm with TfL's ULEZ checker.

How old is BD08 ESN?

BD08 ESN is approximately 18 years old. Age identifier 08 means registered between 1 March 2008 and 31 August 2008.