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DL08 LYU

2008 Vauxhall Astra · Petrol · 1796cc

Blue Registered in Shrewsbury, Deeside to Shrewsbury · 18 years old

Vehicle summary

MakeVauxhall
ModelAstra
Year2008
FuelPetrol
Engine1796cc
ColourBlue
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 21 MOT tests on record, passing 16 and failing 5 (76% pass rate). It has 92,767 miles on the clock, averaging 5,051 miles per year, below the UK average of 7,400. Common Vauxhall Astra issues include central locking door mechanism and passenger compartment wiring connectors.

MOT & Mileage History for DL08 LYU

Valid
MOT Status
Expires
92,767
Last Mileage
Recorded
21
Total Tests
Since 2011
76%
Pass Rate
16 passed, 5 failed

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

5

MOT failures recorded

Out of 21 tests on record
5,051

Average miles/year

Below UK average of 7,400
0

Gaps in MOT history

No gaps detected in MOT coverage

Mileage Analysis

Below average
Latest reading92,767 miles
Reading date
Miles last year6,545
Average per year5,051
Mileage consistencyVariable
Mileage over time for DL08 LYU 17k36k55k74k93k '11'26'19

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Full MOT Test History 21 tests on record

PASS
Mileage92,767 miles
Since last MOT+6,545 miles
PASS
Mileage86,222 miles
Since last MOT+2,305 miles
PASS
Mileage83,917 miles
Since last MOT+6 miles
FAIL
Mileage83,911 miles
Since last MOT+4,054 miles
PASS
Mileage79,857 miles
Since last MOT+3,293 miles
PASS
Mileage76,564 miles
Since last MOT+13 miles
FAIL
Mileage76,551 miles
Since last MOT+4,178 miles
PASS
Mileage72,373 miles
Since last MOT+4,182 miles
PASS
Mileage68,191 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage68,191 miles
Since last MOT+2,332 miles
PASS
Mileage65,859 miles
Since last MOT+1,152 miles
PASS
Mileage64,707 miles
Since last MOT+5,560 miles
PASS
Mileage59,147 miles
Since last MOT+2,257 miles
PASS
Mileage56,890 miles
Since last MOT+7,782 miles
PASS
Mileage49,108 miles
Since last MOT+7,164 miles
PASS
Mileage41,944 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage41,944 miles
Since last MOT+12,129 miles
PASS
Mileage29,815 miles
Since last MOT+6,462 miles
PASS
Mileage23,353 miles
Since last MOT+14 miles
FAIL
Mileage23,339 miles
Since last MOT+6,101 miles
PASS
Mileage17,238 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

RegistrationDL08 LYU
MakeVauxhall
ModelAstra
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1796cc
Year2008
First registered
Area codeDL — Shrewsbury, Deeside to Shrewsbury
Age identifier08 — March 2008 to August 2008

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About DL08 LYU

What car is DL08 LYU?

DL08 LYU is a blue Vauxhall Astra, petrol (1796cc). First registered in Shrewsbury in 2008.

What is the mileage of DL08 LYU?

The last recorded mileage for DL08 LYU was 92,767 miles, recorded on 8 Jul 2026 during its most recent MOT test.

Has DL08 LYU passed its MOT?

DL08 LYU has had 21 MOT tests with a 76% pass rate (16 passes, 5 failures). It last passed on 8 Jul 2026.

Is DL08 LYU ULEZ compliant?

Based on its fuel type and registration year, DL08 LYU 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 DL08 LYU?

DL08 LYU is approximately 18 years old. Age identifier 08 means registered between 1 March 2008 and 31 August 2008.