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GP08 OVV

2008 Vauxhall Astra · Petrol · 1598cc

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

Vehicle summary

MakeVauxhall
ModelAstra
Year2008
FuelPetrol
Engine1598cc
ColourRed
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 19 MOT tests on record, passing 14 and failing 5 (74% pass rate). It has 122,101 miles on the clock, averaging 7,573 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 GP08 OVV

MOT Status
Due date passed
122,101
Last Mileage
Recorded
19
Total Tests
Since 2011
74%
Pass Rate
14 passed, 5 failed

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

5

MOT failures recorded

Out of 19 tests on record
7,573

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 reading122,101 miles
Reading date
Miles last year11,080
Average per year7,573
Mileage consistencyVariable
Mileage over time for GP08 OVV 26k50k74k98k122k '11'24'17

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Full MOT Test History 19 tests on record

PASS
Mileage122,101 miles
Since last MOT+11,080 miles
PASS
Mileage111,021 miles
Since last MOT+99 miles
FAIL
Mileage110,922 miles
Since last MOT+11,524 miles
PASS
Mileage99,398 miles
Since last MOT+38 miles
FAIL
Mileage99,360 miles
Since last MOT+7,625 miles
PASS
Mileage91,735 miles
Since last MOT+6,583 miles
PASS
Mileage85,152 miles
Since last MOT+4,942 miles
PASS
Mileage80,210 miles
Since last MOT+17 miles
FAIL
Mileage80,193 miles
Since last MOT+5,874 miles
PASS
Mileage74,319 miles
Since last MOT+16 miles
FAIL
Mileage74,303 miles
Since last MOT+10,569 miles
PASS
Mileage63,734 miles
Since last MOT+27 miles
FAIL
Mileage63,707 miles
Since last MOT+5,030 miles
PASS
Mileage58,677 miles
Since last MOT+341 miles
PASS
Mileage58,336 miles
Since last MOT+6,360 miles
PASS
Mileage51,976 miles
Since last MOT+7,393 miles
PASS
Mileage44,583 miles
Since last MOT+10,696 miles
PASS
Mileage33,887 miles
Since last MOT+8,283 miles
PASS
Mileage25,604 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

RegistrationGP08 OVV
MakeVauxhall
ModelAstra
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1598cc
Year2008
First registered
Area codeGP — Brighton, Garden of England
Age identifier08 — March 2008 to August 2008

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About GP08 OVV

What car is GP08 OVV?

GP08 OVV is a red Vauxhall Astra, petrol (1598cc). First registered in Brighton in 2008.

What is the mileage of GP08 OVV?

The last recorded mileage for GP08 OVV was 122,101 miles, recorded on 4 Apr 2024 during its most recent MOT test.

Has GP08 OVV passed its MOT?

GP08 OVV has had 19 MOT tests with a 74% pass rate (14 passes, 5 failures). It last passed on 4 Apr 2024.

Is GP08 OVV ULEZ compliant?

Based on its fuel type and registration year, GP08 OVV 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 GP08 OVV?

GP08 OVV is approximately 18 years old. Age identifier 08 means registered between 1 March 2008 and 31 August 2008.