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124 DRO

2008 Vauxhall Astra

Beige Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires6 Sep 2026
Tests21 (16 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate76.2%

Mileage

92,030 mi
Last recorded92,030 miles
Recorded on14 Aug 2025
Typical for 2008 Vauxhall Astra75,324 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

Registration124 DRO
MakeVauxhall
ModelAstra
Year2008
ColourBeige
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

16 pass 5 fail
Pass 14 Aug 2025 92,030 miles
Pass 6 Sep 2024 85,461 miles

Nearside Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))

Nearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))

Fail 6 Sep 2024 85,461 miles

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))

Nearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 7 Sep 2023 77,368 miles
Pass 2 Sep 2022 66,998 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 2 Sep 2022 66,995 miles

Offside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Offside Front Inner Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 23 Aug 2021 57,486 miles

Nearside Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Offside Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Offside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 27 Aug 2020 48,345 miles
Pass 16 Aug 2019 39,014 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 20 Aug 2018 30,043 miles
Pass 6 Sep 2017 25,689 miles
Pass 7 Sep 2016 22,322 miles
Fail 7 Sep 2016 22,322 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)

Pass 7 Sep 2015 18,185 miles
Fail 7 Sep 2015 18,184 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)

Pass 20 Aug 2014 15,052 miles
Pass 22 Aug 2013 12,489 miles
Pass 11 Oct 2012 11,815 miles
Pass 29 Nov 2011 11,214 miles
Fail 18 Jan 2011 9,141 miles

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Pass 18 Jan 2011 9,141 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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124 DRO is a 2008 Vauxhall Astra in Beige with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.2%.

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 124 DRO, 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 124 DRO registered?

124 DRO is a 2008 Vauxhall Astra, first registered on 29 February 2008.

Is 124 DRO safe to buy?

The MOT history for 124 DRO shows 21 tests with a 76.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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