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DN08 XXH

2008 Vauxhall Astra · Petrol · 1796cc

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

Vehicle summary

MakeVauxhall
ModelAstra
Year2008
FuelPetrol
Engine1796cc
ColourSilver
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 6 and failing 3 (67% pass rate). It has 87,117 miles on the clock, averaging 8,122 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 DN08 XXH

MOT Status
Due date passed
87,117
Last Mileage
Recorded
9
Total Tests
Since 2011
67%
Pass Rate
6 passed, 3 failed

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

3

MOT failures recorded

Out of 9 tests on record
8,122

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 reading87,117 miles
Reading date
Miles last year7,183
Average per year8,122
Mileage consistencyConsistent
Mileage over time for DN08 XXH 40k52k64k75k87k '11'17'14

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Full MOT Test History 9 tests on record

PASS
Mileage87,117 miles
Since last MOT+7,183 miles
PASS
Mileage79,934 miles
Since last MOT+3,368 miles
PASS
Mileage76,566 miles
Since last MOT+2 miles
FAIL
Mileage76,564 miles
Since last MOT+5,516 miles
PASS
Mileage71,048 miles
Since last MOT+10,917 miles
PASS
Mileage60,131 miles
Since last MOT+8,474 miles
FAIL
Mileage51,657 miles
Since last MOT+11,707 miles
PASS
Mileage39,950 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage39,950 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

RegistrationDN08 XXH
MakeVauxhall
ModelAstra
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1796cc
Year2008
First registered
Area codeDN — Shrewsbury, Deeside to Shrewsbury
Age identifier08 — March 2008 to August 2008

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About DN08 XXH

What car is DN08 XXH?

DN08 XXH is a silver Vauxhall Astra, petrol (1796cc). First registered in Shrewsbury in 2008.

What is the mileage of DN08 XXH?

The last recorded mileage for DN08 XXH was 87,117 miles, recorded on 11 Apr 2017 during its most recent MOT test.

Has DN08 XXH passed its MOT?

DN08 XXH has had 9 MOT tests with a 67% pass rate (6 passes, 3 failures). It last passed on 11 Apr 2017.

Is DN08 XXH ULEZ compliant?

Based on its fuel type and registration year, DN08 XXH 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 DN08 XXH?

DN08 XXH is approximately 18 years old. Age identifier 08 means registered between 1 March 2008 and 31 August 2008.