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WM08 EAC

2008 Vauxhall Astra · Diesel · 1686cc

Black Registered in Bristol, West of England · 18 years old

Vehicle summary

MakeVauxhall
ModelAstra
Year2008
FuelDiesel
Engine1686cc
ColourBlack
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 14 MOT tests on record, passing 9 and failing 5 (64% pass rate). It has 113,359 miles on the clock, averaging 6,966 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 WM08 EAC

MOT Status
Due date passed
113,359
Last Mileage
Recorded
14
Total Tests
Since 2011
64%
Pass Rate
9 passed, 5 failed

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

5

MOT failures recorded

Out of 14 tests on record
6,966

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 reading113,359 miles
Reading date
Miles last year2
Average per year6,966
Mileage consistencyVariable
Mileage over time for WM08 EAC 50k66k82k98k113k '11'20'16

Check WM08 EAC

Full MOT Test History 14 tests on record

PASS
Mileage113,359 miles
Since last MOT+2 miles
FAIL
Mileage113,357 miles
Since last MOT+6,943 miles
PASS
Mileage106,414 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage106,414 miles
Since last MOT+5,996 miles
PASS
Mileage100,418 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage100,418 miles
Since last MOT+50,583 miles
PASS
Mileage49,835 miles
PASS
Mileage78,377 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage78,377 miles
Since last MOT+9,520 miles
PASS
Mileage68,857 miles
Since last MOT+6,373 miles
PASS
Mileage62,484 miles
PASS
Mileage122,901 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage122,901 miles
Since last MOT+72,801 miles
PASS
Mileage50,100 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

RegistrationWM08 EAC
MakeVauxhall
ModelAstra
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1686cc
Year2008
First registered
Area codeWM — Bristol, West of England
Age identifier08 — March 2008 to August 2008

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About WM08 EAC

What car is WM08 EAC?

WM08 EAC is a black Vauxhall Astra, diesel (1686cc). First registered in Bristol in 2008.

What is the mileage of WM08 EAC?

The last recorded mileage for WM08 EAC was 113,359 miles, recorded on 20 May 2020 during its most recent MOT test.

Has WM08 EAC passed its MOT?

WM08 EAC has had 14 MOT tests with a 64% pass rate (9 passes, 5 failures). It last passed on 20 May 2020.

Is WM08 EAC ULEZ compliant?

Based on its fuel type and registration year, WM08 EAC 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 WM08 EAC?

WM08 EAC is approximately 18 years old. Age identifier 08 means registered between 1 March 2008 and 31 August 2008.