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GD08 AWP

2008 Vauxhall Astra · Diesel · 1686cc

Red Registered in Maidstone, Garden of England · 18 years old

Vehicle summary

MakeVauxhall
ModelAstra
Year2008
FuelDiesel
Engine1686cc
ColourRed
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 7 MOT tests on record, passing 6 and failing once (86% pass rate). It has 130,942 miles on the clock, averaging 9,324 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 GD08 AWP

MOT Status
Due date passed
130,942
Last Mileage
Recorded
7
Total Tests
Since 2011
86%
Pass Rate
6 passed, 1 failed

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

1

MOT failure recorded

Out of 7 tests on record
9,324

Average miles/year

Above UK average of 7,400
1

Gap in MOT history

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

Mileage Analysis

Above average
Latest reading130,942 miles
Reading date
Miles last year14,080
Average per year9,324
Mileage consistencyConsistent
Mileage over time for GD08 AWP 89k100k110k120k131k '11'15'13

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Full MOT Test History 7 tests on record

PASS
Mileage130,942 miles
Since last MOT+14,080 miles
PASS
Mileage116,862 miles
Since last MOT+7,960 miles
PASS
Mileage108,902 miles
Since last MOT+584 miles
FAIL
Mileage108,318 miles
Since last MOT+8,615 miles
PASS
Mileage99,703 miles
Since last MOT+8,658 miles
PASS
Mileage91,045 miles
Since last MOT+1,988 miles
PASS
Mileage89,057 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

RegistrationGD08 AWP
MakeVauxhall
ModelAstra
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1686cc
Year2008
First registered
Area codeGD — Maidstone, Garden of England
Age identifier08 — March 2008 to August 2008

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About GD08 AWP

What car is GD08 AWP?

GD08 AWP is a red Vauxhall Astra, diesel (1686cc). First registered in Maidstone in 2008.

What is the mileage of GD08 AWP?

The last recorded mileage for GD08 AWP was 130,942 miles, recorded on 10 Dec 2015 during its most recent MOT test.

Has GD08 AWP passed its MOT?

GD08 AWP has had 7 MOT tests with an 86% pass rate (6 passes, 1 failure). It last passed on 10 Dec 2015.

Is GD08 AWP ULEZ compliant?

Based on its fuel type and registration year, GD08 AWP 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 GD08 AWP?

GD08 AWP is approximately 18 years old. Age identifier 08 means registered between 1 March 2008 and 31 August 2008.