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SP08 UKR

2008 Vauxhall Astra · Petrol · 1598cc

Red Registered in Dundee, Scotland · 18 years old

Vehicle summary

MakeVauxhall
ModelAstra
Year2008
FuelPetrol
Engine1598cc
ColourRed
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 18 MOT tests on record, passing 12 and failing 6 (67% pass rate). It has 103,558 miles on the clock, averaging 5,873 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 SP08 UKR

MOT Status
Due date passed
103,558
Last Mileage
Recorded
18
Total Tests
Since 2011
67%
Pass Rate
12 passed, 6 failed

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

6

MOT failures recorded

Out of 18 tests on record
5,873

Average miles/year

Below UK average of 7,400
2

Gaps in MOT history

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

Mileage Analysis

Below average
Latest reading103,558 miles
Reading date
Miles last year7
Average per year5,873
Mileage consistencyVariable
Mileage over time for SP08 UKR 35k52k69k87k104k '11'22'17

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Full MOT Test History 18 tests on record

PASS
Mileage103,558 miles
Since last MOT+7 miles
FAIL
Mileage103,551 miles
Since last MOT+428 miles
PASS
Mileage103,123 miles
Since last MOT+13,000 miles
PASS
Mileage90,123 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage90,123 miles
Since last MOT+113 miles
PASS
Mileage90,010 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage90,010 miles
Since last MOT+9,156 miles
PASS
Mileage80,854 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage80,854 miles
Since last MOT+8,379 miles
PASS
Mileage72,475 miles
Since last MOT+23 miles
FAIL
Mileage72,452 miles
Since last MOT+8,680 miles
PASS
Mileage63,772 miles
Since last MOT+2,679 miles
PASS
Mileage61,093 miles
Since last MOT+4,781 miles
PASS
Mileage56,312 miles
Since last MOT+4,275 miles
PASS
Mileage52,037 miles
Since last MOT+6,474 miles
PASS
Mileage45,563 miles
Since last MOT+10,189 miles
PASS
Mileage35,374 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage35,374 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

RegistrationSP08 UKR
MakeVauxhall
ModelAstra
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1598cc
Year2008
First registered
Area codeSP — Dundee, Scotland
Age identifier08 — March 2008 to August 2008

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About SP08 UKR

What car is SP08 UKR?

SP08 UKR is an red Vauxhall Astra, petrol (1598cc). First registered in Dundee in 2008.

What is the mileage of SP08 UKR?

The last recorded mileage for SP08 UKR was 103,558 miles, recorded on 18 Oct 2022 during its most recent MOT test.

Has SP08 UKR passed its MOT?

SP08 UKR has had 18 MOT tests with a 67% pass rate (12 passes, 6 failures). It last passed on 18 Oct 2022.

Is SP08 UKR ULEZ compliant?

Based on its fuel type and registration year, SP08 UKR 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 SP08 UKR?

SP08 UKR is approximately 18 years old. Age identifier 08 means registered between 1 March 2008 and 31 August 2008.