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EO08 NJE

2008 Vauxhall Astra · Petrol · 1796cc

Blue Registered in Chelmsford, Essex · 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 24 MOT tests on record, passing 16 and failing 8 (67% pass rate). It has 142,190 miles on the clock, averaging 8,281 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 EO08 NJE

Valid
MOT Status
Expires
142,190
Last Mileage
Recorded
24
Total Tests
Since 2011
67%
Pass Rate
16 passed, 8 failed

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

8

MOT failures recorded

Out of 24 tests on record
8,281

Average miles/year

Around UK average of 7,400
2

Gaps in MOT history

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

Mileage Analysis

About average
Latest reading142,190 miles
Reading date
Miles last year74
Average per year8,281
Mileage consistencyVariable
Mileage over time for EO08 NJE 17k49k80k111k142k '11'26'20

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Full MOT Test History 24 tests on record

PASS
Mileage142,190 miles
Since last MOT+74 miles
FAIL
Mileage142,116 miles
Since last MOT+15,932 miles
PASS
Mileage126,184 miles
Since last MOT+13,297 miles
PASS
Mileage112,887 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage112,887 miles
Since last MOT+8,319 miles
PASS
Mileage104,568 miles
Since last MOT+6,383 miles
PASS
Mileage98,185 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage98,185 miles
Since last MOT+3,056 miles
PASS
Mileage95,129 miles
Since last MOT+42 miles
FAIL
Mileage95,087 miles
Since last MOT+3,129 miles
PASS
Mileage91,958 miles
Since last MOT+6 miles
FAIL
Mileage91,952 miles
Since last MOT+5,371 miles
PASS
Mileage86,581 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage86,581 miles
Since last MOT+7,223 miles
PASS
Mileage79,358 miles
Since last MOT+7,637 miles
PASS
Mileage71,721 miles
Since last MOT+6,826 miles
PASS
Mileage64,895 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage64,895 miles
PASS
Mileage554,458 miles
Since last MOT+499,000 miles
FAIL
Mileage55,458 miles
Since last MOT+10,381 miles
PASS
Mileage45,077 miles
Since last MOT+9,885 miles
PASS
Mileage35,192 miles
Since last MOT+10,997 miles
PASS
Mileage24,195 miles
Since last MOT+6,880 miles
PASS
Mileage17,315 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

RegistrationEO08 NJE
MakeVauxhall
ModelAstra
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1796cc
Year2008
First registered
Area codeEO — Chelmsford, Essex
Age identifier08 — March 2008 to August 2008

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About EO08 NJE

What car is EO08 NJE?

EO08 NJE is an blue Vauxhall Astra, petrol (1796cc). First registered in Chelmsford in 2008.

What is the mileage of EO08 NJE?

The last recorded mileage for EO08 NJE was 142,190 miles, recorded on 14 Apr 2026 during its most recent MOT test.

Has EO08 NJE passed its MOT?

EO08 NJE has had 24 MOT tests with a 67% pass rate (16 passes, 8 failures). It last passed on 14 Apr 2026.

Is EO08 NJE ULEZ compliant?

Based on its fuel type and registration year, EO08 NJE 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 EO08 NJE?

EO08 NJE is approximately 18 years old. Age identifier 08 means registered between 1 March 2008 and 31 August 2008.