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MK08 KWW

2008 Vauxhall Astra · Diesel · 1686cc

Blue Registered in Manchester, Manchester and Merseyside · 18 years old

Vehicle summary

MakeVauxhall
ModelAstra
Year2008
FuelDiesel
Engine1686cc
ColourBlue
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 11 MOT tests on record, passing 7 and failing 4 (64% pass rate). It has 151,250 miles on the clock, averaging 12,365 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 MK08 KWW

MOT Status
Due date passed
151,250
Last Mileage
Recorded
11
Total Tests
Since 2011
64%
Pass Rate
7 passed, 4 failed

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

4

MOT failures recorded

Out of 11 tests on record
12,365

Average miles/year

Above UK average of 7,400
2

Gaps in MOT history

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

Mileage Analysis

Above average
Latest reading151,250 miles
Reading date
Average per year12,365
Mileage consistencyVariable
Mileage over time for MK08 KWW 59k82k105k128k151k '11'18'15

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Full MOT Test History 11 tests on record

PASS
Mileage151,250 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage151,250 miles
Since last MOT+3,760 miles
PASS
Mileage147,490 miles
Since last MOT+5,172 miles
PASS
Mileage142,318 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage142,318 miles
Since last MOT+12,753 miles
PASS
Mileage129,565 miles
Since last MOT+18,479 miles
PASS
Mileage111,086 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage111,086 miles
Since last MOT+10,543 miles
FAIL
Mileage100,543 miles
Since last MOT+20,838 miles
PASS
Mileage79,705 miles
Since last MOT+20,274 miles
PASS
Mileage59,431 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

RegistrationMK08 KWW
MakeVauxhall
ModelAstra
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1686cc
Year2008
First registered
Area codeMK — Manchester, Manchester and Merseyside
Age identifier08 — March 2008 to August 2008

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About MK08 KWW

What car is MK08 KWW?

MK08 KWW is an blue Vauxhall Astra, diesel (1686cc). First registered in Manchester in 2008.

What is the mileage of MK08 KWW?

The last recorded mileage for MK08 KWW was 151,250 miles, recorded on 26 Jul 2018 during its most recent MOT test.

Has MK08 KWW passed its MOT?

MK08 KWW has had 11 MOT tests with a 64% pass rate (7 passes, 4 failures). It last passed on 26 Jul 2018.

Is MK08 KWW ULEZ compliant?

Based on its fuel type and registration year, MK08 KWW 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 MK08 KWW?

MK08 KWW is approximately 18 years old. Age identifier 08 means registered between 1 March 2008 and 31 August 2008.