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MM08 WDW

2008 Vauxhall Astra · Diesel · 1248cc

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

Vehicle summary

MakeVauxhall
ModelAstra
Year2008
FuelDiesel
Engine1248cc
ColourSilver
ULEZ (est.)Likely Non-compliantDiesel pre-2015
Est. Annual Tax£130–£165

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 1248cc has had 17 MOT tests on record, passing 13 and failing 4 (76% pass rate). It has 217,049 miles on the clock, averaging 13,910 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 MM08 WDW

MOT Status
Due date passed
217,049
Last Mileage
Recorded
17
Total Tests
Since 2011
76%
Pass Rate
13 passed, 4 failed

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

4

MOT failures recorded

Out of 17 tests on record
13,910

Average miles/year

Above UK average of 7,400
3

Gaps in MOT history

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

Mileage Analysis

Above average
Latest reading217,049 miles
Reading date
Miles last year29,300
Average per year13,910
Mileage consistencyVariable
Mileage over time for MM08 WDW 43k86k130k173k217k '11'24'17

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Full MOT Test History 17 tests on record

PASS
Mileage217,049 miles
Since last MOT+29,300 miles
PASS
Mileage187,749 miles
Since last MOT+4 miles
FAIL
Mileage187,745 miles
Since last MOT+10,175 miles
PASS
Mileage177,570 miles
Since last MOT+11,632 miles
PASS
Mileage165,938 miles
Since last MOT+11,850 miles
PASS
Mileage154,088 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage154,088 miles
Since last MOT+20,954 miles
PASS
Mileage133,134 miles
Since last MOT+19,490 miles
PASS
Mileage113,644 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage113,644 miles
Since last MOT+17,690 miles
PASS
Mileage95,954 miles
Since last MOT+9,530 miles
PASS
Mileage86,424 miles
Since last MOT+12,670 miles
PASS
Mileage73,754 miles
Since last MOT+9,224 miles
PASS
Mileage64,530 miles
Since last MOT+11,189 miles
PASS
Mileage53,341 miles
Since last MOT+8 miles
FAIL
Mileage53,333 miles
Since last MOT+10,558 miles
PASS
Mileage42,775 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

RegistrationMM08 WDW
MakeVauxhall
ModelAstra
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1248cc
Year2008
First registered
Area codeMM — Manchester, Manchester and Merseyside
Age identifier08 — March 2008 to August 2008

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About MM08 WDW

What car is MM08 WDW?

MM08 WDW is an silver Vauxhall Astra, diesel (1248cc). First registered in Manchester in 2008.

What is the mileage of MM08 WDW?

The last recorded mileage for MM08 WDW was 217,049 miles, recorded on 25 Jan 2024 during its most recent MOT test.

Has MM08 WDW passed its MOT?

MM08 WDW has had 17 MOT tests with a 76% pass rate (13 passes, 4 failures). It last passed on 25 Jan 2024.

Is MM08 WDW ULEZ compliant?

Based on its fuel type and registration year, MM08 WDW 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 MM08 WDW?

MM08 WDW is approximately 18 years old. Age identifier 08 means registered between 1 March 2008 and 31 August 2008.