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SW08 NAA

2008 Vauxhall Astra · Diesel · 1686cc

Red Registered in Aberdeen, Scotland · 18 years old

Vehicle summary

MakeVauxhall
ModelAstra
Year2008
FuelDiesel
Engine1686cc
ColourRed
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 18 MOT tests on record, passing 10 and failing 8 (56% pass rate). It has 125,942 miles on the clock, averaging 8,871 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 SW08 NAA

MOT Status
Due date passed
125,942
Last Mileage
Recorded
18
Total Tests
Since 2011
56%
Pass Rate
10 passed, 8 failed

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

8

MOT failures recorded

Out of 18 tests on record
8,871

Average miles/year

Around UK average of 7,400
4

Gaps in MOT history

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

Mileage Analysis

About average
Latest reading125,942 miles
Reading date
Miles last year3
Average per year8,871
Mileage consistencyVariable
Mileage over time for SW08 NAA 35k58k80k103k126k '11'21'16

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Full MOT Test History 18 tests on record

PASS
Mileage125,942 miles
Since last MOT+3 miles
FAIL
Mileage125,939 miles
Since last MOT+38 miles
FAIL
Mileage125,901 miles
Since last MOT+5,846 miles
PASS
Mileage120,055 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage120,055 miles
Since last MOT+7,523 miles
PASS
Mileage112,532 miles
Since last MOT+12,838 miles
PASS
Mileage99,694 miles
Since last MOT+69 miles
FAIL
Mileage99,625 miles
Since last MOT+8,954 miles
PASS
Mileage90,671 miles
Since last MOT+7,727 miles
PASS
Mileage82,944 miles
Since last MOT+2 miles
FAIL
Mileage82,942 miles
Since last MOT+10,390 miles
PASS
Mileage72,552 miles
Since last MOT+2 miles
FAIL
Mileage72,550 miles
Since last MOT+7,603 miles
PASS
Mileage64,947 miles
Since last MOT+3,194 miles
PASS
Mileage61,753 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage61,753 miles
Since last MOT+10,413 miles
FAIL
Mileage51,340 miles
Since last MOT+16,355 miles
PASS
Mileage34,985 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

RegistrationSW08 NAA
MakeVauxhall
ModelAstra
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1686cc
Year2008
First registered
Area codeSW — Aberdeen, Scotland
Age identifier08 — March 2008 to August 2008

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About SW08 NAA

What car is SW08 NAA?

SW08 NAA is an red Vauxhall Astra, diesel (1686cc). First registered in Aberdeen in 2008.

What is the mileage of SW08 NAA?

The last recorded mileage for SW08 NAA was 125,942 miles, recorded on 21 Sep 2021 during its most recent MOT test.

Has SW08 NAA passed its MOT?

SW08 NAA has had 18 MOT tests with a 56% pass rate (10 passes, 8 failures). It last passed on 21 Sep 2021.

Is SW08 NAA ULEZ compliant?

Based on its fuel type and registration year, SW08 NAA 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 SW08 NAA?

SW08 NAA is approximately 18 years old. Age identifier 08 means registered between 1 March 2008 and 31 August 2008.