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WM08 EFC

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 11 and failing 3 (79% pass rate). It has 128,590 miles on the clock, averaging 7,516 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 WM08 EFC

MOT Status
Due date passed
128,590
Last Mileage
Recorded
14
Total Tests
Since 2011
79%
Pass Rate
11 passed, 3 failed

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

3

MOT failures recorded

Out of 14 tests on record
7,516

Average miles/year

Around UK average of 7,400
2

Gaps in MOT history

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

Mileage Analysis

About average
Latest reading128,590 miles
Reading date
Average per year7,516
Mileage consistencyConsistent
Mileage over time for WM08 EFC 50k69k89k109k129k '11'22'17

Check WM08 EFC

Full MOT Test History 14 tests on record

PASS
Mileage128,590 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage128,590 miles
Since last MOT+7,893 miles
PASS
Mileage120,697 miles
Since last MOT+9,290 miles
PASS
Mileage111,407 miles
Since last MOT+6,639 miles
PASS
Mileage104,768 miles
Since last MOT+7,459 miles
PASS
Mileage97,309 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage97,309 miles
Since last MOT+6,760 miles
PASS
Mileage90,549 miles
Since last MOT+8,491 miles
PASS
Mileage82,058 miles
Since last MOT+6,692 miles
PASS
Mileage75,366 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage75,366 miles
Since last MOT+4,967 miles
PASS
Mileage70,399 miles
Since last MOT+12,904 miles
PASS
Mileage57,495 miles
Since last MOT+7,980 miles
PASS
Mileage49,515 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 EFC
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 EFC

What car is WM08 EFC?

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

What is the mileage of WM08 EFC?

The last recorded mileage for WM08 EFC was 128,590 miles, recorded on 19 Jan 2022 during its most recent MOT test.

Has WM08 EFC passed its MOT?

WM08 EFC has had 14 MOT tests with a 79% pass rate (11 passes, 3 failures). It last passed on 19 Jan 2022.

Is WM08 EFC ULEZ compliant?

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

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