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LC08 EFL

2008 Vauxhall Astra · Petrol · 1796cc

Black Registered in Wimbledon, London · 18 years old

Vehicle summary

MakeVauxhall
ModelAstra
Year2008
FuelPetrol
Engine1796cc
ColourBlack
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 20 MOT tests on record, passing 16 and failing 4 (80% pass rate). It has 74,218 miles on the clock, averaging 4,291 miles per year, well 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 LC08 EFL

Valid
MOT Status
Expires
74,218
Last Mileage
Recorded
20
Total Tests
Since 2011
80%
Pass Rate
16 passed, 4 failed

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

4

MOT failures recorded

Out of 20 tests on record
4,291

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

Low mileage
Latest reading74,218 miles
Reading date
Miles last year4,945
Average per year4,291
Mileage consistencyVariable
Mileage over time for LC08 EFL 11k27k43k59k74k '11'25'18

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Full MOT Test History 20 tests on record

PASS
Mileage74,218 miles
Since last MOT+4,945 miles
PASS
Mileage69,273 miles
Since last MOT+4,061 miles
PASS
Mileage65,212 miles
Since last MOT+13,983 miles
PASS
Mileage51,229 miles
Since last MOT+749 miles
PASS
Mileage50,480 miles
Since last MOT+687 miles
PASS
Mileage49,793 miles
Since last MOT+1,184 miles
PASS
Mileage48,609 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage48,609 miles
Since last MOT+2,476 miles
PASS
Mileage46,133 miles
Since last MOT+2 miles
FAIL
Mileage46,131 miles
Since last MOT+2,238 miles
PASS
Mileage43,893 miles
Since last MOT+4,066 miles
PASS
Mileage39,827 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage39,827 miles
Since last MOT+3,461 miles
PASS
Mileage36,366 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage36,366 miles
Since last MOT+8,545 miles
PASS
Mileage27,821 miles
Since last MOT+8,285 miles
PASS
Mileage19,536 miles
Since last MOT+2,028 miles
PASS
Mileage17,508 miles
Since last MOT+3,136 miles
PASS
Mileage14,372 miles
Since last MOT+2,890 miles
PASS
Mileage11,482 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

RegistrationLC08 EFL
MakeVauxhall
ModelAstra
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1796cc
Year2008
First registered
Area codeLC — Wimbledon, London
Age identifier08 — March 2008 to August 2008

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About LC08 EFL

What car is LC08 EFL?

LC08 EFL is an black Vauxhall Astra, petrol (1796cc). First registered in Wimbledon in 2008.

What is the mileage of LC08 EFL?

The last recorded mileage for LC08 EFL was 74,218 miles, recorded on 21 Nov 2025 during its most recent MOT test.

Has LC08 EFL passed its MOT?

LC08 EFL has had 20 MOT tests with an 80% pass rate (16 passes, 4 failures). It last passed on 21 Nov 2025.

Is LC08 EFL ULEZ compliant?

Based on its fuel type and registration year, LC08 EFL 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 LC08 EFL?

LC08 EFL is approximately 18 years old. Age identifier 08 means registered between 1 March 2008 and 31 August 2008.