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At a glance
This 2008 Vauxhall Astra Petrol 1598cc has had 14 MOT tests on record, passing 10 and failing 4 (71% pass rate). It has 176,668 miles on the clock, averaging 15,076 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 BW57 HFM
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Mileage Analysis
Above average| Latest reading | 176,668 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Average per year | 15,076 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 14 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 | BW57 HFM |
| Make | Vauxhall |
| Model | Astra |
| Colour | Black |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1598cc |
| Year | 2008 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | BW — Birmingham, Birmingham |
| Age identifier | 57 — September 2007 to February 2008 |
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About BW57 HFM
What car is BW57 HFM?
BW57 HFM is a black Vauxhall Astra, petrol (1598cc). First registered in Birmingham in 2008.
What is the mileage of BW57 HFM?
The last recorded mileage for BW57 HFM was 176,668 miles, recorded on 16 Jul 2020 during its most recent MOT test.
Has BW57 HFM passed its MOT?
BW57 HFM has had 14 MOT tests with a 71% pass rate (10 passes, 4 failures). It last passed on 16 Jul 2020.
Is BW57 HFM ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, BW57 HFM 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 BW57 HFM?
BW57 HFM is approximately 18 years old. Age identifier 57 means registered between 1 September 2007 and 28 February 2008.