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SN57 BYM

2008 Vauxhall Astra · Diesel · 1686cc

Blue Registered in Edinburgh, Scotland · 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 16 MOT tests on record, passing 11 and failing 5 (69% pass rate). It has 80,607 miles on the clock, averaging 5,598 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 SN57 BYM

MOT Status
Due date passed
80,607
Last Mileage
Recorded
16
Total Tests
Since 2011
69%
Pass Rate
11 passed, 5 failed

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

5

MOT failures recorded

Out of 16 tests on record
5,598

Average miles/year

Below UK average of 7,400
1

Gap in MOT history

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

Mileage Analysis

Below average
Latest reading80,607 miles
Reading date
Miles last year2
Average per year5,598
Mileage consistencyVariable
Mileage over time for SN57 BYM 26k40k53k67k81k '11'20'16

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Full MOT Test History 16 tests on record

PASS
Mileage80,607 miles
Since last MOT+2 miles
FAIL
Mileage80,605 miles
Since last MOT+10,408 miles
PASS
Mileage70,197 miles
Since last MOT+2,283 miles
PASS
Mileage67,914 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage67,914 miles
Since last MOT+4,680 miles
PASS
Mileage63,234 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage63,234 miles
Since last MOT+3,488 miles
PASS
Mileage59,746 miles
Since last MOT+3,329 miles
PASS
Mileage56,417 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage56,417 miles
Since last MOT+1 miles
FAIL
Mileage56,416 miles
Since last MOT+10,800 miles
PASS
Mileage45,616 miles
Since last MOT+1,803 miles
PASS
Mileage43,813 miles
Since last MOT+5,214 miles
PASS
Mileage38,599 miles
Since last MOT+7,397 miles
PASS
Mileage31,202 miles
Since last MOT+4,819 miles
PASS
Mileage26,383 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

RegistrationSN57 BYM
MakeVauxhall
ModelAstra
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1686cc
Year2008
First registered
Area codeSN — Edinburgh, Scotland
Age identifier57 — September 2007 to February 2008

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About SN57 BYM

What car is SN57 BYM?

SN57 BYM is an blue Vauxhall Astra, diesel (1686cc). First registered in Edinburgh in 2008.

What is the mileage of SN57 BYM?

The last recorded mileage for SN57 BYM was 80,607 miles, recorded on 26 Oct 2020 during its most recent MOT test.

Has SN57 BYM passed its MOT?

SN57 BYM has had 16 MOT tests with a 69% pass rate (11 passes, 5 failures). It last passed on 26 Oct 2020.

Is SN57 BYM ULEZ compliant?

Based on its fuel type and registration year, SN57 BYM 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 SN57 BYM?

SN57 BYM is approximately 18 years old. Age identifier 57 means registered between 1 September 2007 and 28 February 2008.