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1247 AP

2008 Vauxhall Astra

Blue Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires7 May 2027
Tests17 (14 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate82.4%

Mileage

22,232 mi
Last recorded22,232 miles
Recorded on5 May 2026
Typical for 2008 Vauxhall Astra75,324 mi

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Vehicle Details

Registration1247 AP
MakeVauxhall
ModelAstra
Year2008
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

14 pass 3 fail
Pass 5 May 2026 22,232 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened n/s & o/s (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened n/s & o/s (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 8 May 2025 19,143 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened n/s & o/s (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened n/s & o/s (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Fail 8 May 2025 19,143 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened n/s & o/s (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively n/s & o/s (3.4 (b) (ii))

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened n/s & o/s (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 8 May 2024 18,513 miles

Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened all (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Fail 8 May 2024 18,513 miles

Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened all (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 8 Mar 2022 14,880 miles

Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened all (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Fail 8 Mar 2022 14,879 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))

Pass 9 Mar 2021 12,490 miles
Pass 31 May 2019 11,853 miles
Pass 30 Apr 2018 10,430 miles
Pass 8 Mar 2017 9,055 miles
Pass 4 Mar 2016 7,660 miles
Pass 3 Mar 2015 5,599 miles
Pass 5 Mar 2014 4,010 miles
Pass 6 Mar 2013 2,471 miles
Pass 2 Mar 2012 2,171 miles
Pass 28 Feb 2011 1,684 miles

How Reliable is the Vauxhall Astra?

Based on 25,288,868 MOT tests across 2,125,241 vehicles.

71.9%
Pass Rate
6,421
Miles/Year
34
Year Lifespan
2,125,241
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Brake pipe excessively corroded 1,048,496
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 953,502
coil spring broken 442,020
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 393,418
position lamp(s) not working 393,186
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1247 AP is a 2008 Vauxhall Astra in Blue with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 82.4%.

Across all 2008 Vauxhall Astra models, the average MOT pass rate is 73.2% with a typical mileage of 75,324 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Vauxhall Astra fails its MOT is brake pipe excessively corroded, accounting for 1,048,496 recorded failures. If you're considering buying 1247 AP, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Vauxhall Astra typically stays on UK roads for around 34 years. At 18 years old, this Vauxhall Astra is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was 1247 AP registered?

1247 AP is a 2008 Vauxhall Astra, first registered on 5 March 2008.

Is 1247 AP safe to buy?

The MOT history for 1247 AP shows 17 tests with a 82.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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