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WR08 VPU

2008 Vauxhall Astra · Petrol · 1796cc

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

Vehicle summary

MakeVauxhall
ModelAstra
Year2008
FuelPetrol
Engine1796cc
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 1796cc has had 21 MOT tests on record, passing 13 and failing 8 (62% pass rate). It has 128,328 miles on the clock, averaging 7,587 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 WR08 VPU

MOT Status
Due date passed
128,328
Last Mileage
Recorded
21
Total Tests
Since 2011
62%
Pass Rate
13 passed, 8 failed

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

8

MOT failures recorded

Out of 21 tests on record
7,587

Average miles/year

Around UK average of 7,400
1

Gap in MOT history

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

Mileage Analysis

About average
Latest reading128,328 miles
Reading date
Miles last year2,720
Average per year7,587
Mileage consistencyVariable
Mileage over time for WR08 VPU 35k58k82k105k128k '11'23'16

Check WR08 VPU

Full MOT Test History 21 tests on record

PASS
Mileage128,328 miles
Since last MOT+2,720 miles
PASS
Mileage125,608 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage125,608 miles
Since last MOT+4,828 miles
PASS
Mileage120,780 miles
Since last MOT+4,940 miles
PASS
Mileage115,840 miles
Since last MOT+4,570 miles
PASS
Mileage111,270 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage111,270 miles
Since last MOT+4,945 miles
PASS
Mileage106,325 miles
Since last MOT+4,307 miles
PASS
Mileage102,018 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage102,018 miles
Since last MOT+4,056 miles
PASS
Mileage97,962 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage97,962 miles
Since last MOT+10,628 miles
PASS
Mileage87,334 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage87,334 miles
Since last MOT+4,096 miles
PASS
Mileage83,238 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage83,238 miles
Since last MOT+8,145 miles
PASS
Mileage75,093 miles
Since last MOT+8,874 miles
PASS
Mileage66,219 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage66,219 miles
Since last MOT+10,660 miles
PASS
Mileage55,559 miles
Since last MOT+20,396 miles
FAIL
Mileage35,163 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 VPU
MakeVauxhall
ModelAstra
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1796cc
Year2008
First registered
Area codeWR — Bristol, West of England
Age identifier08 — March 2008 to August 2008

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About WR08 VPU

What car is WR08 VPU?

WR08 VPU is a blue Vauxhall Astra, petrol (1796cc). First registered in Bristol in 2008.

What is the mileage of WR08 VPU?

The last recorded mileage for WR08 VPU was 128,328 miles, recorded on 27 Sep 2023 during its most recent MOT test.

Has WR08 VPU passed its MOT?

WR08 VPU has had 21 MOT tests with a 62% pass rate (13 passes, 8 failures). It last passed on 27 Sep 2023.

Is WR08 VPU ULEZ compliant?

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

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