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At a glance
This 2008 Vauxhall Astra Petrol 1796cc has had 15 MOT tests on record, passing 13 and failing 2 (87% pass rate). It has 117,821 miles on the clock, averaging 6,061 miles per year, 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 SE57 EKT
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Mileage Analysis
Below average| Latest reading | 117,821 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 3,588 |
| Average per year | 6,061 |
| 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 | SE57 EKT |
| Make | Vauxhall |
| Model | Astra |
| Colour | Blue |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1796cc |
| Year | 2008 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | SE — Glasgow, Scotland |
| Age identifier | 57 — September 2007 to February 2008 |
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About SE57 EKT
What car is SE57 EKT?
SE57 EKT is an blue Vauxhall Astra, petrol (1796cc). First registered in Glasgow in 2008.
What is the mileage of SE57 EKT?
The last recorded mileage for SE57 EKT was 117,821 miles, recorded on 19 Mar 2024 during its most recent MOT test.
Has SE57 EKT passed its MOT?
SE57 EKT has had 15 MOT tests with an 87% pass rate (13 passes, 2 failures). It last passed on 19 Mar 2024.
Is SE57 EKT ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, SE57 EKT 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 SE57 EKT?
SE57 EKT is approximately 18 years old. Age identifier 57 means registered between 1 September 2007 and 28 February 2008.