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At a glance
This 2008 Vauxhall Astra Petrol 1796cc has had 10 MOT tests on record, passing 8 and failing 2 (80% pass rate). It has 78,288 miles on the clock, averaging 6,582 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 ME08 MWE
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Mileage Analysis
Below average| Latest reading | 78,288 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Average per year | 6,582 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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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 | ME08 MWE |
| Make | Vauxhall |
| Model | Astra |
| Colour | Blue |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1796cc |
| Year | 2008 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | ME — Manchester, Manchester and Merseyside |
| Age identifier | 08 — March 2008 to August 2008 |
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About ME08 MWE
What car is ME08 MWE?
ME08 MWE is an blue Vauxhall Astra, petrol (1796cc). First registered in Manchester in 2008.
What is the mileage of ME08 MWE?
The last recorded mileage for ME08 MWE was 78,288 miles, recorded on 24 Jan 2018 during its most recent MOT test.
Has ME08 MWE passed its MOT?
ME08 MWE has had 10 MOT tests with an 80% pass rate (8 passes, 2 failures). It last passed on 24 Jan 2018.
Is ME08 MWE ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, ME08 MWE 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 ME08 MWE?
ME08 MWE is approximately 18 years old. Age identifier 08 means registered between 1 March 2008 and 31 August 2008.