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FN08 VKU

2008 Vauxhall Astra · Diesel · 1686cc

Silver Registered in Nottingham, Forest and Fens · 18 years old

Vehicle summary

MakeVauxhall
ModelAstra
Year2008
FuelDiesel
Engine1686cc
ColourSilver
ULEZ (est.)Likely Non-compliantDiesel pre-2015
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 Diesel 1686cc has had 11 MOT tests on record, passing 9 and failing 2 (82% pass rate). It has 80,353 miles on the clock, averaging 6,483 miles per year, below the UK average of 7,400. Common Vauxhall Astra issues include central locking door mechanism and passenger compartment wiring connectors.

MOT & Mileage History for FN08 VKU

MOT Status
Due date passed
80,353
Last Mileage
Recorded
11
Total Tests
Since 2011
82%
Pass Rate
9 passed, 2 failed

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

2

MOT failures recorded

Out of 11 tests on record
6,483

Average miles/year

Below UK average of 7,400
2

Gaps in MOT history

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

Mileage Analysis

Below average
Latest reading80,353 miles
Reading date
Miles last year6,254
Average per year6,483
Mileage consistencyConsistent
Mileage over time for FN08 VKU 26k40k53k67k80k '11'19'15

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Full MOT Test History 11 tests on record

PASS
Mileage80,353 miles
Since last MOT+6,254 miles
PASS
Mileage74,099 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage74,099 miles
Since last MOT+6,178 miles
PASS
Mileage67,921 miles
Since last MOT+6,005 miles
PASS
Mileage61,916 miles
Since last MOT+5,816 miles
PASS
Mileage56,100 miles
Since last MOT+5,175 miles
PASS
Mileage50,925 miles
Since last MOT+5,634 miles
PASS
Mileage45,291 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage45,291 miles
Since last MOT+8,708 miles
PASS
Mileage36,583 miles
Since last MOT+10,227 miles
PASS
Mileage26,356 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

RegistrationFN08 VKU
MakeVauxhall
ModelAstra
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1686cc
Year2008
First registered
Area codeFN — Nottingham, Forest and Fens
Age identifier08 — March 2008 to August 2008

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About FN08 VKU

What car is FN08 VKU?

FN08 VKU is an silver Vauxhall Astra, diesel (1686cc). First registered in Nottingham in 2008.

What is the mileage of FN08 VKU?

The last recorded mileage for FN08 VKU was 80,353 miles, recorded on 9 Jul 2019 during its most recent MOT test.

Has FN08 VKU passed its MOT?

FN08 VKU has had 11 MOT tests with an 82% pass rate (9 passes, 2 failures). It last passed on 9 Jul 2019.

Is FN08 VKU ULEZ compliant?

Based on its fuel type and registration year, FN08 VKU 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 FN08 VKU?

FN08 VKU is approximately 18 years old. Age identifier 08 means registered between 1 March 2008 and 31 August 2008.