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WR08 LFA

2008 Vauxhall Astra · Petrol · 1598cc

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

Vehicle summary

MakeVauxhall
ModelAstra
Year2008
FuelPetrol
Engine1598cc
ColourBlue
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 12 MOT tests on record, passing 8 and failing 4 (67% pass rate). It has 87,002 miles on the clock, averaging 6,605 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 WR08 LFA

MOT Status
Due date passed
87,002
Last Mileage
Recorded
12
Total Tests
Since 2011
67%
Pass Rate
8 passed, 4 failed

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

4

MOT failures recorded

Out of 12 tests on record
6,605

Average miles/year

Below UK average of 7,400
4

Gaps in MOT history

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

Mileage Analysis

Below average
Latest reading87,002 miles
Reading date
Average per year6,605
Mileage consistencyVariable
Mileage over time for WR08 LFA 30k44k59k73k87k '11'20'15

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Full MOT Test History 12 tests on record

PASS
Mileage87,002 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage87,002 miles
Since last MOT+2,410 miles
PASS
Mileage84,592 miles
Since last MOT+3,648 miles
PASS
Mileage80,944 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage80,944 miles
Since last MOT+7,839 miles
PASS
Mileage73,105 miles
Since last MOT+9,877 miles
PASS
Mileage63,228 miles
Since last MOT+11,594 miles
PASS
Mileage51,634 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage51,634 miles
Since last MOT+10,185 miles
PASS
Mileage41,449 miles
Since last MOT+11,327 miles
PASS
Mileage30,122 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage30,122 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 LFA
MakeVauxhall
ModelAstra
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1598cc
Year2008
First registered
Area codeWR — Bristol, West of England
Age identifier08 — March 2008 to August 2008

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About WR08 LFA

What car is WR08 LFA?

WR08 LFA is a blue Vauxhall Astra, petrol (1598cc). First registered in Bristol in 2008.

What is the mileage of WR08 LFA?

The last recorded mileage for WR08 LFA was 87,002 miles, recorded on 16 Jan 2020 during its most recent MOT test.

Has WR08 LFA passed its MOT?

WR08 LFA has had 12 MOT tests with a 67% pass rate (8 passes, 4 failures). It last passed on 16 Jan 2020.

Is WR08 LFA ULEZ compliant?

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

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