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At a glance
This 2008 Vauxhall Astra Petrol 1598cc has had 13 MOT tests on record, passing 9 and failing 4 (69% pass rate). It has 109,274 miles on the clock, averaging 9,124 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 OW08 XHK
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Mileage Analysis
Above average| Latest reading | 109,274 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Average per year | 9,124 |
| Mileage consistency | Consistent |
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Full MOT Test History 13 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 | OW08 XHK |
| Make | Vauxhall |
| Model | Astra |
| Colour | Silver |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1598cc |
| Year | 2008 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | OW — Oxford, Oxford |
| Age identifier | 08 — March 2008 to August 2008 |
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About OW08 XHK
What car is OW08 XHK?
OW08 XHK is an silver Vauxhall Astra, petrol (1598cc). First registered in Oxford in 2008.
What is the mileage of OW08 XHK?
The last recorded mileage for OW08 XHK was 109,274 miles, recorded on 25 Jun 2019 during its most recent MOT test.
Has OW08 XHK passed its MOT?
OW08 XHK has had 13 MOT tests with a 69% pass rate (9 passes, 4 failures). It last passed on 25 Jun 2019.
Is OW08 XHK ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, OW08 XHK 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 OW08 XHK?
OW08 XHK is approximately 18 years old. Age identifier 08 means registered between 1 March 2008 and 31 August 2008.