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At a glance
This 2008 Vauxhall Astra Petrol 1598cc has had 9 MOT tests on record, passing 6 and failing 3 (67% pass rate). It has 87,772 miles on the clock, averaging 7,764 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 PL57 KDX
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Mileage Analysis
About average| Latest reading | 87,772 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 4,367 |
| Average per year | 7,764 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 9 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 | PL57 KDX |
| Make | Vauxhall |
| Model | Astra |
| Colour | Blue |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1598cc |
| Year | 2008 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | PL — Preston, Preston |
| Age identifier | 57 — September 2007 to February 2008 |
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About PL57 KDX
What car is PL57 KDX?
PL57 KDX is a blue Vauxhall Astra, petrol (1598cc). First registered in Preston in 2008.
What is the mileage of PL57 KDX?
The last recorded mileage for PL57 KDX was 87,772 miles, recorded on 23 Jan 2018 during its most recent MOT test.
Has PL57 KDX passed its MOT?
PL57 KDX has had 9 MOT tests with a 67% pass rate (6 passes, 3 failures). It last was tested on 23 Jan 2018.
Is PL57 KDX ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, PL57 KDX 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 PL57 KDX?
PL57 KDX is approximately 18 years old. Age identifier 57 means registered between 1 September 2007 and 28 February 2008.