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WM57 LJJ

2008 Vauxhall Astra · Petrol · 1598cc

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

Vehicle summary

MakeVauxhall
ModelAstra
Year2008
FuelPetrol
Engine1598cc
ColourSilver
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 19 MOT tests on record, passing 15 and failing 4 (79% pass rate). It has 140,676 miles on the clock, averaging 8,370 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 WM57 LJJ

MOT Status
Due date passed
140,676
Last Mileage
Recorded
19
Total Tests
Since 2011
79%
Pass Rate
15 passed, 4 failed

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

4

MOT failures recorded

Out of 19 tests on record
8,370

Average miles/year

Around UK average of 7,400
0

Gaps in MOT history

No gaps detected in MOT coverage

Mileage Analysis

About average
Latest reading140,676 miles
Reading date
Miles last year121
Average per year8,370
Mileage consistencyConsistent
Mileage over time for WM57 LJJ 23k52k82k111k141k '11'25'19

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Full MOT Test History 19 tests on record

PASS
Mileage140,676 miles
Since last MOT+121 miles
FAIL
Mileage140,555 miles
Since last MOT+6,759 miles
PASS
Mileage133,796 miles
Since last MOT+7,248 miles
PASS
Mileage126,548 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage126,548 miles
Since last MOT+7,058 miles
PASS
Mileage119,490 miles
Since last MOT+7,556 miles
PASS
Mileage111,934 miles
Since last MOT+5,794 miles
PASS
Mileage106,140 miles
Since last MOT+10,193 miles
PASS
Mileage95,947 miles
Since last MOT+3 miles
FAIL
Mileage95,944 miles
Since last MOT+10,515 miles
PASS
Mileage85,429 miles
Since last MOT+11,813 miles
PASS
Mileage73,616 miles
Since last MOT+119 miles
FAIL
Mileage73,497 miles
Since last MOT+11,630 miles
PASS
Mileage61,867 miles
Since last MOT+11,054 miles
PASS
Mileage50,813 miles
Since last MOT+5,228 miles
PASS
Mileage45,585 miles
Since last MOT+4,943 miles
PASS
Mileage40,642 miles
Since last MOT+6,737 miles
PASS
Mileage33,905 miles
Since last MOT+11,123 miles
PASS
Mileage22,782 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

RegistrationWM57 LJJ
MakeVauxhall
ModelAstra
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1598cc
Year2008
First registered
Area codeWM — Bristol, West of England
Age identifier57 — September 2007 to February 2008

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About WM57 LJJ

What car is WM57 LJJ?

WM57 LJJ is a silver Vauxhall Astra, petrol (1598cc). First registered in Bristol in 2008.

What is the mileage of WM57 LJJ?

The last recorded mileage for WM57 LJJ was 140,676 miles, recorded on 28 Feb 2025 during its most recent MOT test.

Has WM57 LJJ passed its MOT?

WM57 LJJ has had 19 MOT tests with a 79% pass rate (15 passes, 4 failures). It last passed on 28 Feb 2025.

Is WM57 LJJ ULEZ compliant?

Based on its fuel type and registration year, WM57 LJJ 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 WM57 LJJ?

WM57 LJJ is approximately 18 years old. Age identifier 57 means registered between 1 September 2007 and 28 February 2008.