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WU08 YHE

2008 Vauxhall Astra · Diesel · 1686cc

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

Vehicle summary

MakeVauxhall
ModelAstra
Year2008
FuelDiesel
Engine1686cc
ColourSilver
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 9 MOT tests on record, passing 7 and failing 2 (78% pass rate). It has 172,776 miles on the clock, averaging 22,946 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 YHE

MOT Status
Due date passed
172,776
Last Mileage
Recorded
9
Total Tests
Since 2011
78%
Pass Rate
7 passed, 2 failed

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

2

MOT failures recorded

Out of 9 tests on record
22,946

Average miles/year

Above UK average of 7,400
0

Gaps in MOT history

No gaps detected in MOT coverage

Mileage Analysis

Above average
Latest reading172,776 miles
Reading date
Average per year22,946
Mileage consistencyConsistent
Mileage over time for WU08 YHE 60k88k116k145k173k '11'15'12

Check WU08 YHE

Full MOT Test History 9 tests on record

PASS
Mileage172,776 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage172,776 miles
Since last MOT+32,410 miles
PASS
Mileage140,366 miles
Since last MOT+15,694 miles
PASS
Mileage124,672 miles
Since last MOT+23,801 miles
PASS
Mileage100,871 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage100,871 miles
Since last MOT+12,613 miles
PASS
Mileage88,258 miles
Since last MOT+9,144 miles
PASS
Mileage79,114 miles
Since last MOT+19,124 miles
PASS
Mileage59,990 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 YHE
MakeVauxhall
ModelAstra
ColourSilver
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 YHE

What car is WU08 YHE?

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

What is the mileage of WU08 YHE?

The last recorded mileage for WU08 YHE was 172,776 miles, recorded on 12 Dec 2015 during its most recent MOT test.

Has WU08 YHE passed its MOT?

WU08 YHE has had 9 MOT tests with a 78% pass rate (7 passes, 2 failures). It last passed on 12 Dec 2015.

Is WU08 YHE ULEZ compliant?

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

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