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At a glance
This 2008 Vauxhall Astra Petrol 1796cc has had 17 MOT tests on record, passing 12 and failing 5 (71% pass rate). It has 87,155 miles on the clock, averaging 5,339 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 SO08 FUB
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Mileage Analysis
Below average| Latest reading | 87,155 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Average per year | 5,339 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 17 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 | SO08 FUB |
| Make | Vauxhall |
| Model | Astra |
| Colour | Blue |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1796cc |
| Year | 2008 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | SO — Edinburgh, Scotland |
| Age identifier | 08 — March 2008 to August 2008 |
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About SO08 FUB
What car is SO08 FUB?
SO08 FUB is an blue Vauxhall Astra, petrol (1796cc). First registered in Edinburgh in 2008.
What is the mileage of SO08 FUB?
The last recorded mileage for SO08 FUB was 87,155 miles, recorded on 20 Dec 2023 during its most recent MOT test.
Has SO08 FUB passed its MOT?
SO08 FUB has had 17 MOT tests with a 71% pass rate (12 passes, 5 failures). It last passed on 20 Dec 2023.
Is SO08 FUB ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, SO08 FUB 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 SO08 FUB?
SO08 FUB is approximately 18 years old. Age identifier 08 means registered between 1 March 2008 and 31 August 2008.