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CU08 NKS

2008 Vauxhall Astra · Petrol · 1796cc

Red Registered in Swansea, Cymru (Wales) · 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 7 and failing 2 (78% pass rate). It has 72,965 miles on the clock, averaging 7,559 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 CU08 NKS

MOT Status
Due date passed
72,965
Last Mileage
Recorded
9
Total Tests
Since 2011
78%
Pass Rate
7 passed, 2 failed

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

2

MOT failures recorded

Out of 9 tests on record
7,559

Average miles/year

Around UK average of 7,400
1

Gap in MOT history

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

Mileage Analysis

About average
Latest reading72,965 miles
Reading date
Miles last year15
Average per year7,559
Mileage consistencyVariable
Mileage over time for CU08 NKS 25k37k49k61k73k '11'17'15

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Full MOT Test History 9 tests on record

PASS
Mileage72,965 miles
Since last MOT+15 miles
FAIL
Mileage72,950 miles
Since last MOT+7,720 miles
PASS
Mileage65,230 miles
Since last MOT+9,835 miles
PASS
Mileage55,395 miles
Since last MOT+7 miles
FAIL
Mileage55,388 miles
Since last MOT+1,117 miles
PASS
Mileage54,271 miles
Since last MOT+11,271 miles
PASS
Mileage43,000 miles
Since last MOT+7,639 miles
PASS
Mileage35,361 miles
Since last MOT+9,891 miles
PASS
Mileage25,470 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

RegistrationCU08 NKS
MakeVauxhall
ModelAstra
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1796cc
Year2008
First registered
Area codeCU — Swansea, Cymru (Wales)
Age identifier08 — March 2008 to August 2008

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About CU08 NKS

What car is CU08 NKS?

CU08 NKS is a red Vauxhall Astra, petrol (1796cc). First registered in Swansea in 2008.

What is the mileage of CU08 NKS?

The last recorded mileage for CU08 NKS was 72,965 miles, recorded on 8 Aug 2017 during its most recent MOT test.

Has CU08 NKS passed its MOT?

CU08 NKS has had 9 MOT tests with a 78% pass rate (7 passes, 2 failures). It last passed on 8 Aug 2017.

Is CU08 NKS ULEZ compliant?

Based on its fuel type and registration year, CU08 NKS 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 CU08 NKS?

CU08 NKS is approximately 18 years old. Age identifier 08 means registered between 1 March 2008 and 31 August 2008.