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At a glance
This 2008 Vauxhall Astra Diesel 1910cc has had 15 MOT tests on record, passing 10 and failing 5 (67% pass rate). It has 103,973 miles on the clock, averaging 8,313 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 MA57 BVO
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Mileage Analysis
About average| Latest reading | 103,973 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 4 |
| Average per year | 8,313 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 15 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 | MA57 BVO |
| Make | Vauxhall |
| Model | Astra |
| Colour | Silver |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1910cc |
| Year | 2008 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | MA — Manchester, Manchester and Merseyside |
| Age identifier | 57 — September 2007 to February 2008 |
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About MA57 BVO
What car is MA57 BVO?
MA57 BVO is an silver Vauxhall Astra, diesel (1910cc). First registered in Manchester in 2008.
What is the mileage of MA57 BVO?
The last recorded mileage for MA57 BVO was 103,973 miles, recorded on 11 Jun 2019 during its most recent MOT test.
Has MA57 BVO passed its MOT?
MA57 BVO has had 15 MOT tests with a 67% pass rate (10 passes, 5 failures). It last passed on 11 Jun 2019.
Is MA57 BVO ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, MA57 BVO 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 MA57 BVO?
MA57 BVO is approximately 18 years old. Age identifier 57 means registered between 1 September 2007 and 28 February 2008.