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EF08 WJE

2008 Vauxhall Astra · Petrol · 1598cc

Silver Registered in Chelmsford, Essex · 18 years old

Vehicle summary

MakeVauxhall
ModelAstra
Year2008
FuelPetrol
Engine1598cc
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 1598cc has had 16 MOT tests on record, passing 13 and failing 3 (81% pass rate). It has 152,781 miles on the clock, averaging 10,574 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 EF08 WJE

MOT Status
Due date passed
152,781
Last Mileage
Recorded
16
Total Tests
Since 2011
81%
Pass Rate
13 passed, 3 failed

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

3

MOT failures recorded

Out of 16 tests on record
10,574

Average miles/year

Above UK average of 7,400
4

Gaps in MOT history

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

Mileage Analysis

Above average
Latest reading152,781 miles
Reading date
Miles last year4,582
Average per year10,574
Mileage consistencyVariable
Mileage over time for EF08 WJE 6k43k80k116k153k '11'25'18

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Full MOT Test History 16 tests on record

PASS
Mileage152,781 miles
Since last MOT+4,582 miles
PASS
Mileage148,199 miles
Since last MOT+1 miles
FAIL
Mileage148,198 miles
Since last MOT+4,316 miles
PASS
Mileage143,882 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage143,882 miles
Since last MOT+11,104 miles
PASS
Mileage132,778 miles
Since last MOT+15,949 miles
PASS
Mileage116,829 miles
Since last MOT+18,137 miles
PASS
Mileage98,692 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage98,692 miles
Since last MOT+19,905 miles
PASS
Mileage78,787 miles
Since last MOT+18,654 miles
PASS
Mileage60,133 miles
Since last MOT+12,681 miles
PASS
Mileage47,452 miles
Since last MOT+13,481 miles
PASS
Mileage33,971 miles
Since last MOT+17,229 miles
PASS
Mileage16,742 miles
Since last MOT+10,066 miles
PASS
Mileage6,676 miles
Since last MOT+443 miles
PASS
Mileage6,233 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

RegistrationEF08 WJE
MakeVauxhall
ModelAstra
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1598cc
Year2008
First registered
Area codeEF — Chelmsford, Essex
Age identifier08 — March 2008 to August 2008

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About EF08 WJE

What car is EF08 WJE?

EF08 WJE is an silver Vauxhall Astra, petrol (1598cc). First registered in Chelmsford in 2008.

What is the mileage of EF08 WJE?

The last recorded mileage for EF08 WJE was 152,781 miles, recorded on 16 Apr 2025 during its most recent MOT test.

Has EF08 WJE passed its MOT?

EF08 WJE has had 16 MOT tests with an 81% pass rate (13 passes, 3 failures). It last passed on 16 Apr 2025.

Is EF08 WJE ULEZ compliant?

Based on its fuel type and registration year, EF08 WJE 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 EF08 WJE?

EF08 WJE is approximately 18 years old. Age identifier 08 means registered between 1 March 2008 and 31 August 2008.