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WR08 HXU

2008 Vauxhall Astra · Diesel · 1686cc

Red Registered in Bristol, West of England · 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 13 MOT tests on record, passing 9 and failing 4 (69% pass rate). It has 241,298 miles on the clock, averaging 19,822 miles per year, above the UK average of 7,400. Common Vauxhall Astra issues include central locking door mechanism and passenger compartment wiring connectors.

MOT & Mileage History for WR08 HXU

MOT Status
Due date passed
241,298
Last Mileage
Recorded
13
Total Tests
Since 2011
69%
Pass Rate
9 passed, 4 failed

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

4

MOT failures recorded

Out of 13 tests on record
19,822

Average miles/year

Above UK average of 7,400
1

Gap in MOT history

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

Mileage Analysis

Above average
Latest reading241,298 miles
Reading date
Miles last year17,873
Average per year19,822
Mileage consistencyVariable
Mileage over time for WR08 HXU 75k117k158k200k241k '11'19'15

Check WR08 HXU

Full MOT Test History 13 tests on record

PASS
Mileage241,298 miles
Since last MOT+17,873 miles
PASS
Mileage223,425 miles
Since last MOT+7,960 miles
PASS
Mileage215,465 miles
Since last MOT+190,216 miles
FAIL
Mileage25,249 miles
PASS
Mileage202,235 miles
Since last MOT+15 miles
FAIL
Mileage202,220 miles
Since last MOT+18,802 miles
PASS
Mileage183,418 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage183,418 miles
Since last MOT+18,728 miles
PASS
Mileage164,690 miles
Since last MOT+26,993 miles
PASS
Mileage137,697 miles
Since last MOT+28,667 miles
PASS
Mileage109,030 miles
Since last MOT+33,846 miles
PASS
Mileage75,184 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage75,184 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

RegistrationWR08 HXU
MakeVauxhall
ModelAstra
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1686cc
Year2008
First registered
Area codeWR — Bristol, West of England
Age identifier08 — March 2008 to August 2008

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About WR08 HXU

What car is WR08 HXU?

WR08 HXU is a red Vauxhall Astra, diesel (1686cc). First registered in Bristol in 2008.

What is the mileage of WR08 HXU?

The last recorded mileage for WR08 HXU was 241,298 miles, recorded on 1 Aug 2019 during its most recent MOT test.

Has WR08 HXU passed its MOT?

WR08 HXU has had 13 MOT tests with a 69% pass rate (9 passes, 4 failures). It last passed on 1 Aug 2019.

Is WR08 HXU ULEZ compliant?

Based on its fuel type and registration year, WR08 HXU 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 WR08 HXU?

WR08 HXU is approximately 18 years old. Age identifier 08 means registered between 1 March 2008 and 31 August 2008.