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At a glance
This 2008 Vauxhall Astra Diesel 1686cc has had 13 MOT tests on record, passing 7 and failing 6 (54% pass rate). Common Vauxhall Astra issues include central locking door mechanism and passenger compartment wiring connectors.
MOT & Mileage History for FL08 ELX
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Mileage Analysis
Above average| Latest reading | 119,517 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Average per year | 12,506 |
| Mileage consistency | Consistent |
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Full MOT Test History 13 tests on record
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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
| Registration | FL08 ELX |
| Make | Vauxhall |
| Model | Astra |
| Colour | Black |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1686cc |
| Year | 2008 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | FL — Nottingham, Forest and Fens |
| Age identifier | 08 — March 2008 to August 2008 |
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About FL08 ELX
What car is FL08 ELX?
FL08 ELX is an black Vauxhall Astra, diesel (1686cc). First registered in Nottingham in 2008.
Has FL08 ELX passed its MOT?
FL08 ELX has had 13 MOT tests with a 54% pass rate (7 passes, 6 failures). It last passed on 8 Jan 2019.
Is FL08 ELX ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, FL08 ELX is likely not ULEZ compliant. As a diesel vehicle registered in 2008, it typically does not meet the Euro 6 emission standard required. This is an estimate — confirm with TfL's ULEZ checker.
How old is FL08 ELX?
FL08 ELX is approximately 18 years old. Age identifier 08 means registered between 1 March 2008 and 31 August 2008.