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At a glance
This 2008 Vauxhall Astra Diesel 1910cc has had 7 MOT tests on record, passing 4 and failing 3 (57% pass rate). It has 164,241 miles on the clock, averaging 14,611 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 ML57 UZM
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Mileage Analysis
Above average| Latest reading | 164,241 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Average per year | 14,611 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 7 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 | ML57 UZM |
| Make | Vauxhall |
| Model | Astra |
| Colour | Silver |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1910cc |
| Year | 2008 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | ML — Manchester, Manchester and Merseyside |
| Age identifier | 57 — September 2007 to February 2008 |
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About ML57 UZM
What car is ML57 UZM?
ML57 UZM is an silver Vauxhall Astra, diesel (1910cc). First registered in Manchester in 2008.
What is the mileage of ML57 UZM?
The last recorded mileage for ML57 UZM was 164,241 miles, recorded on 12 Jan 2015 during its most recent MOT test.
Has ML57 UZM passed its MOT?
ML57 UZM has had 7 MOT tests with a 57% pass rate (4 passes, 3 failures). It last passed on 12 Jan 2015.
Is ML57 UZM ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, ML57 UZM 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 ML57 UZM?
ML57 UZM is approximately 18 years old. Age identifier 57 means registered between 1 September 2007 and 28 February 2008.