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SH08 FOP

2008 Vauxhall Astra · Petrol · 1598cc

Blue Registered in Glasgow, Scotland · 18 years old

Vehicle summary

MakeVauxhall
ModelAstra
Year2008
FuelPetrol
Engine1598cc
ColourBlue
ULEZ (est.)Likely CompliantPetrol post-2005 (Euro 4)
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 Petrol 1598cc has had 22 MOT tests on record, passing 16 and failing 6 (73% pass rate). It has 125,606 miles on the clock, averaging 7,772 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 SH08 FOP

Valid
MOT Status
Expires
125,606
Last Mileage
Recorded
22
Total Tests
Since 2011
73%
Pass Rate
16 passed, 6 failed

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

6

MOT failures recorded

Out of 22 tests on record
7,772

Average miles/year

Around UK average of 7,400
1

Gap in MOT history

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

Mileage Analysis

About average
Latest reading125,606 miles
Reading date
Miles last year3
Average per year7,772
Mileage consistencyVariable
Mileage over time for SH08 FOP 11k40k69k97k126k '11'26'21

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Full MOT Test History 22 tests on record

PASS
Mileage125,606 miles
Since last MOT+3 miles
FAIL
Mileage125,603 miles
Since last MOT+1,535 miles
PASS
Mileage124,068 miles
Since last MOT+2 miles
FAIL
Mileage124,066 miles
Since last MOT+3,937 miles
PASS
Mileage120,129 miles
Since last MOT+3 miles
FAIL
Mileage120,126 miles
Since last MOT+4,559 miles
PASS
Mileage115,567 miles
Since last MOT+4,616 miles
PASS
Mileage110,951 miles
Since last MOT+6 miles
FAIL
Mileage110,945 miles
Since last MOT+4,636 miles
PASS
Mileage106,309 miles
Since last MOT+4 miles
FAIL
Mileage106,305 miles
Since last MOT+4,233 miles
PASS
Mileage102,072 miles
Since last MOT+5,542 miles
PASS
Mileage96,530 miles
Since last MOT+4,747 miles
PASS
Mileage91,783 miles
Since last MOT+13,578 miles
PASS
Mileage78,205 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage78,205 miles
Since last MOT+13,506 miles
PASS
Mileage64,699 miles
Since last MOT+13,493 miles
PASS
Mileage51,206 miles
Since last MOT+12,141 miles
PASS
Mileage39,065 miles
Since last MOT+11,487 miles
PASS
Mileage27,578 miles
Since last MOT+13,071 miles
PASS
Mileage14,507 miles
Since last MOT+3,111 miles
PASS
Mileage11,396 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

RegistrationSH08 FOP
MakeVauxhall
ModelAstra
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1598cc
Year2008
First registered
Area codeSH — Glasgow, Scotland
Age identifier08 — March 2008 to August 2008

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About SH08 FOP

What car is SH08 FOP?

SH08 FOP is an blue Vauxhall Astra, petrol (1598cc). First registered in Glasgow in 2008.

What is the mileage of SH08 FOP?

The last recorded mileage for SH08 FOP was 125,606 miles, recorded on 6 Jan 2026 during its most recent MOT test.

Has SH08 FOP passed its MOT?

SH08 FOP has had 22 MOT tests with a 73% pass rate (16 passes, 6 failures). It last passed on 6 Jan 2026.

Is SH08 FOP ULEZ compliant?

Based on its fuel type and registration year, SH08 FOP 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 SH08 FOP?

SH08 FOP is approximately 18 years old. Age identifier 08 means registered between 1 March 2008 and 31 August 2008.