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WU08 NUA

2008 Vauxhall Astra · Diesel · 1686cc

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

Vehicle summary

MakeVauxhall
ModelAstra
Year2008
FuelDiesel
Engine1686cc
ColourWhite
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 17 MOT tests on record, passing 13 and failing 4 (76% pass rate). It has 189,981 miles on the clock, averaging 15,088 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 WU08 NUA

MOT Status
Due date passed
189,981
Last Mileage
Recorded
17
Total Tests
Since 2011
76%
Pass Rate
13 passed, 4 failed

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

4

MOT failures recorded

Out of 17 tests on record
15,088

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 reading189,981 miles
Reading date
Miles last year11,431
Average per year15,088
Mileage consistencyVariable
Mileage over time for WU08 NUA 43k80k116k153k190k '11'20'14

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Full MOT Test History 17 tests on record

PASS
Mileage189,981 miles
Since last MOT+11,431 miles
PASS
Mileage178,550 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage178,550 miles
Since last MOT+23,326 miles
PASS
Mileage155,224 miles
Since last MOT+22,335 miles
PASS
Mileage132,889 miles
Since last MOT+21,970 miles
PASS
Mileage110,919 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage110,919 miles
Since last MOT+6,171 miles
PASS
Mileage104,748 miles
Since last MOT+1,012 miles
PASS
Mileage103,736 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage103,736 miles
Since last MOT+7,514 miles
PASS
Mileage96,222 miles
Since last MOT+13,093 miles
PASS
Mileage83,129 miles
Since last MOT+8,092 miles
PASS
Mileage75,037 miles
Since last MOT+7,593 miles
PASS
Mileage67,444 miles
Since last MOT+1 miles
FAIL
Mileage67,443 miles
Since last MOT+10,749 miles
PASS
Mileage56,694 miles
Since last MOT+13,909 miles
PASS
Mileage42,785 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

RegistrationWU08 NUA
MakeVauxhall
ModelAstra
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1686cc
Year2008
First registered
Area codeWU — Bristol, West of England
Age identifier08 — March 2008 to August 2008

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About WU08 NUA

What car is WU08 NUA?

WU08 NUA is a white Vauxhall Astra, diesel (1686cc). First registered in Bristol in 2008.

What is the mileage of WU08 NUA?

The last recorded mileage for WU08 NUA was 189,981 miles, recorded on 26 Nov 2020 during its most recent MOT test.

Has WU08 NUA passed its MOT?

WU08 NUA has had 17 MOT tests with a 76% pass rate (13 passes, 4 failures). It last passed on 26 Nov 2020.

Is WU08 NUA ULEZ compliant?

Based on its fuel type and registration year, WU08 NUA 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 WU08 NUA?

WU08 NUA is approximately 18 years old. Age identifier 08 means registered between 1 March 2008 and 31 August 2008.