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At a glance
This 2008 Vauxhall Astra Petrol 1796cc has had 15 MOT tests on record, passing 10 and failing 5 (67% pass rate). It has 44,832 miles on the clock, averaging 1,825 miles per year, well 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 OU08 WYL
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Low mileage| Latest reading | 44,832 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 1,446 |
| Average per year | 1,825 |
| 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 | OU08 WYL |
| Make | Vauxhall |
| Model | Astra |
| Colour | Black |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1796cc |
| Year | 2008 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | OU — Oxford, Oxford |
| Age identifier | 08 — March 2008 to August 2008 |
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About OU08 WYL
What car is OU08 WYL?
OU08 WYL is an black Vauxhall Astra, petrol (1796cc). First registered in Oxford in 2008.
What is the mileage of OU08 WYL?
The last recorded mileage for OU08 WYL was 44,832 miles, recorded on 21 Jun 2024 during its most recent MOT test.
Has OU08 WYL passed its MOT?
OU08 WYL has had 15 MOT tests with a 67% pass rate (10 passes, 5 failures). It last passed on 21 Jun 2024.
Is OU08 WYL ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, OU08 WYL 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 OU08 WYL?
OU08 WYL is approximately 18 years old. Age identifier 08 means registered between 1 March 2008 and 31 August 2008.