Vehicle summary
At a glance
This 2008 Vauxhall Astra Lpg 1364cc has had 21 MOT tests on record, passing 14 and failing 7 (67% pass rate). It has 174,287 miles on the clock, averaging 9,930 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 YT08 SXW
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Above average| Latest reading | 174,287 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Average per year | 9,930 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 21 tests on record
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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
| Registration | YT08 SXW |
| Make | Vauxhall |
| Model | Astra |
| Colour | White |
| Fuel type | Lpg |
| Engine | 1364cc |
| Year | 2008 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | YT — Sheffield, Yorkshire |
| Age identifier | 08 — March 2008 to August 2008 |
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About YT08 SXW
What car is YT08 SXW?
YT08 SXW is a white Vauxhall Astra, lpg (1364cc). First registered in Sheffield in 2008.
What is the mileage of YT08 SXW?
The last recorded mileage for YT08 SXW was 174,287 miles, recorded on 29 Jan 2026 during its most recent MOT test.
Has YT08 SXW passed its MOT?
YT08 SXW has had 21 MOT tests with a 67% pass rate (14 passes, 7 failures). It last passed on 29 Jan 2026.
How old is YT08 SXW?
YT08 SXW is approximately 18 years old. Age identifier 08 means registered between 1 March 2008 and 31 August 2008.