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PE08 XVK

2008 Vauxhall Astra · Diesel · 1686cc

Blue Registered in Preston, Preston · 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 17 MOT tests on record, passing 12 and failing 5 (71% pass rate). It has 146,521 miles on the clock, averaging 8,539 miles per year, around the UK average of 7,400. Common Vauxhall Astra issues include central locking door mechanism and passenger compartment wiring connectors.

MOT & Mileage History for PE08 XVK

MOT Status
Due date passed
146,521
Last Mileage
Recorded
17
Total Tests
Since 2011
71%
Pass Rate
12 passed, 5 failed

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

5

MOT failures recorded

Out of 17 tests on record
8,539

Average miles/year

Around UK average of 7,400
2

Gaps in MOT history

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

Mileage Analysis

About average
Latest reading146,521 miles
Reading date
Miles last year8,288
Average per year8,539
Mileage consistencyConsistent
Mileage over time for PE08 XVK 44k70k95k121k147k '11'23'16

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Full MOT Test History 17 tests on record

PASS
Mileage146,521 miles
Since last MOT+8,288 miles
PASS
Mileage138,233 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage138,233 miles
Since last MOT+7,570 miles
PASS
Mileage130,663 miles
Since last MOT+11,888 miles
PASS
Mileage118,775 miles
Since last MOT+7,427 miles
PASS
Mileage111,348 miles
Since last MOT+8,759 miles
PASS
Mileage102,589 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage102,589 miles
Since last MOT+10,168 miles
PASS
Mileage92,421 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage92,421 miles
Since last MOT+10,535 miles
PASS
Mileage81,886 miles
Since last MOT+9,682 miles
PASS
Mileage72,204 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage72,204 miles
Since last MOT+8,623 miles
PASS
Mileage63,581 miles
Since last MOT+41 miles
FAIL
Mileage63,540 miles
Since last MOT+10,318 miles
PASS
Mileage53,222 miles
Since last MOT+9,373 miles
PASS
Mileage43,849 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

RegistrationPE08 XVK
MakeVauxhall
ModelAstra
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1686cc
Year2008
First registered
Area codePE — Preston, Preston
Age identifier08 — March 2008 to August 2008

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About PE08 XVK

What car is PE08 XVK?

PE08 XVK is a blue Vauxhall Astra, diesel (1686cc). First registered in Preston in 2008.

What is the mileage of PE08 XVK?

The last recorded mileage for PE08 XVK was 146,521 miles, recorded on 27 Mar 2023 during its most recent MOT test.

Has PE08 XVK passed its MOT?

PE08 XVK has had 17 MOT tests with a 71% pass rate (12 passes, 5 failures). It last passed on 27 Mar 2023.

Is PE08 XVK ULEZ compliant?

Based on its fuel type and registration year, PE08 XVK 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 PE08 XVK?

PE08 XVK is approximately 18 years old. Age identifier 08 means registered between 1 March 2008 and 31 August 2008.