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DV08 OXA

2008 Vauxhall Astra · Petrol · 1796cc

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

Vehicle summary

MakeVauxhall
ModelAstra
Year2008
FuelPetrol
Engine1796cc
ColourBlack
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 19 MOT tests on record, passing 12 and failing 7 (63% pass rate). It has 131,340 miles on the clock, averaging 8,403 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 DV08 OXA

MOT Status
Due date passed
131,340
Last Mileage
Recorded
19
Total Tests
Since 2011
63%
Pass Rate
12 passed, 7 failed

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

7

MOT failures recorded

Out of 19 tests on record
8,403

Average miles/year

Around UK average of 7,400
5

Gaps in MOT history

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

Mileage Analysis

About average
Latest reading131,340 miles
Reading date
Miles last year8,845
Average per year8,403
Mileage consistencyVariable
Mileage over time for DV08 OXA 13k43k72k102k131k '11'25'19

Check DV08 OXA

Full MOT Test History 19 tests on record

FAIL
Mileage131,340 miles
Since last MOT+8,845 miles
PASS
Mileage122,495 miles
Since last MOT+6,479 miles
PASS
Mileage116,016 miles
Since last MOT+86 miles
FAIL
Mileage115,930 miles
Since last MOT+4,908 miles
PASS
Mileage111,022 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage111,022 miles
Since last MOT+6,503 miles
PASS
Mileage104,519 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage104,519 miles
Since last MOT+8,576 miles
PASS
Mileage95,943 miles
Since last MOT+45 miles
FAIL
Mileage95,898 miles
Since last MOT+7,955 miles
PASS
Mileage87,943 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage87,943 miles
Since last MOT+16,106 miles
PASS
Mileage71,837 miles
Since last MOT+13,206 miles
PASS
Mileage58,631 miles
Since last MOT+3,987 miles
PASS
Mileage54,644 miles
Since last MOT+10,409 miles
PASS
Mileage44,235 miles
Since last MOT+9,533 miles
FAIL
Mileage34,702 miles
Since last MOT+12,714 miles
PASS
Mileage21,988 miles
Since last MOT+8,577 miles
PASS
Mileage13,411 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

RegistrationDV08 OXA
MakeVauxhall
ModelAstra
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1796cc
Year2008
First registered
Area codeDV — Shrewsbury, Deeside to Shrewsbury
Age identifier08 — March 2008 to August 2008

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About DV08 OXA

What car is DV08 OXA?

DV08 OXA is a black Vauxhall Astra, petrol (1796cc). First registered in Shrewsbury in 2008.

What is the mileage of DV08 OXA?

The last recorded mileage for DV08 OXA was 131,340 miles, recorded on 17 Apr 2025 during its most recent MOT test.

Has DV08 OXA passed its MOT?

DV08 OXA has had 19 MOT tests with a 63% pass rate (12 passes, 7 failures). It last was tested on 17 Apr 2025.

Is DV08 OXA ULEZ compliant?

Based on its fuel type and registration year, DV08 OXA 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 DV08 OXA?

DV08 OXA is approximately 18 years old. Age identifier 08 means registered between 1 March 2008 and 31 August 2008.