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SA08 FUB

2008 Vauxhall Astra · Diesel · 1248cc

Blue Registered in Glasgow, Scotland · 18 years old

Vehicle summary

MakeVauxhall
ModelAstra
Year2008
FuelDiesel
Engine1248cc
ColourBlue
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 10 MOT tests on record, passing 9 and failing once (90% pass rate). It has 118,637 miles on the clock, averaging 9,796 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 SA08 FUB

MOT Status
Due date passed
118,637
Last Mileage
Recorded
10
Total Tests
Since 2011
90%
Pass Rate
9 passed, 1 failed

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

1

MOT failure recorded

Out of 10 tests on record
9,796

Average miles/year

Above UK average of 7,400
0

Gaps in MOT history

No gaps detected in MOT coverage

Mileage Analysis

Above average
Latest reading118,637 miles
Reading date
Miles last year7,351
Average per year9,796
Mileage consistencyConsistent
Mileage over time for SA08 FUB 42k61k80k100k119k '11'18'15

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Full MOT Test History 10 tests on record

PASS
Mileage118,637 miles
Since last MOT+7,351 miles
PASS
Mileage111,286 miles
Since last MOT+7,345 miles
PASS
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Since last MOT+8,744 miles
PASS
Mileage95,197 miles
Since last MOT+4,000 miles
PASS
Mileage91,197 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage91,197 miles
Since last MOT+10,419 miles
PASS
Mileage80,778 miles
Since last MOT+12,132 miles
PASS
Mileage68,646 miles
Since last MOT+13,789 miles
PASS
Mileage54,857 miles
Since last MOT+12,662 miles
PASS
Mileage42,195 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

RegistrationSA08 FUB
MakeVauxhall
ModelAstra
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1248cc
Year2008
First registered
Area codeSA — Glasgow, Scotland
Age identifier08 — March 2008 to August 2008

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About SA08 FUB

What car is SA08 FUB?

SA08 FUB is an blue Vauxhall Astra, diesel (1248cc). First registered in Glasgow in 2008.

What is the mileage of SA08 FUB?

The last recorded mileage for SA08 FUB was 118,637 miles, recorded on 15 Dec 2018 during its most recent MOT test.

Has SA08 FUB passed its MOT?

SA08 FUB has had 10 MOT tests with an 90% pass rate (9 passes, 1 failure). It last passed on 15 Dec 2018.

Is SA08 FUB ULEZ compliant?

Based on its fuel type and registration year, SA08 FUB 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 SA08 FUB?

SA08 FUB is approximately 18 years old. Age identifier 08 means registered between 1 March 2008 and 31 August 2008.