CarVerify

Free Car Check

LJ08 VCA

2008 Opel Astra

Black Petrol 1598cc
Search another vehicle

MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Feb 2023
Tests11 (9 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

108,575 mi
Last recorded108,575 miles
Recorded on9 Feb 2022
Typical for 2008 Opel Astra83,644 mi

Above average mileage for this year

4 checks still locked for this Opel
Stolen
Finance
Write-off
Keepers
Unlock full report — £4.99
Instant £30k guarantee
or single check £9.99

Not all car check providers offer a guarantee. Don't risk buying from services that can't back their data. CarVerify reports include a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

Vehicle Details

RegistrationLJ08 VCA
MakeOpel
ModelAstra
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

All premium checks include

50+ data points
Finance Check (Experian) Insurance Write-off Salvage Auction Stolen Check Previous Owners Ex-Taxi, Police, NHS Mileage Anomaly Import / Export Scrapped Check Plate Changes

MOT History

9 pass 2 fail
Pass 9 Feb 2022 108,575 miles
Fail 8 Feb 2022 108,575 miles

Nearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

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

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

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

Offside Side repeater not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 17 Mar 2021 94,649 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Items removed from driver's view prior to test ()

Fail 17 Mar 2021 94,649 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Items removed from driver's view prior to test ()

nearside brake cable fouling wheel

Pass 25 Mar 2020 83,289 miles

Items removed from driver's view prior to test ()

Pass 11 Mar 2019 68,969 miles
Pass 13 Mar 2018 63,117 miles

Nearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Offside Front Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced lens (1.7.5a)

Offside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Pass 3 Mar 2017 58,524 miles

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Offside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Offside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced water ingress (1.7.5a)

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit 205/55/16 (4.1.E.1)

Pass 14 Mar 2016 52,460 miles
Pass 18 Feb 2015 46,341 miles
Pass 23 Feb 2011 37,302 miles

How Reliable is the Opel Astra?

Based on 26,435 MOT tests across 2,496 vehicles.

69.2%
Pass Rate
5,852
Miles/Year
28
Year Lifespan
2,496
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Brake pipe excessively corroded 1,737
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 1,212
position lamp(s) not working 748
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 621
Stop lamp not working 589
Full Opel Astra reliability report

Don't risk it. Know before you buy.

Not all vehicle check providers are the same. Some don't offer a data guarantee, which means if their information is wrong, you're on your own. Every CarVerify report is backed by a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

£30k guarantee Instant results Cancel anytime

LJ08 VCA is a 2008 Opel Astra in Black with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.8%.

Across all 2008 Opel Astra models, the average MOT pass rate is 73.6% with a typical mileage of 83,644 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Opel Astra fails its MOT is brake pipe excessively corroded, accounting for 1,737 recorded failures. If you're considering buying LJ08 VCA, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Opel Astra typically stays on UK roads for around 28 years. At 18 years old, this Opel Astra is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of LJ08 VCA?

You can check the full history of LJ08 VCA by running a full vehicle check. This shows you finance, stolen, write-off, MOT history, mileage records and more.

What year was LJ08 VCA registered?

LJ08 VCA is a 2008 Opel Astra, first registered on 20 June 2008.

Is LJ08 VCA safe to buy?

The MOT history for LJ08 VCA shows 11 tests with a 81.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does LJ08 VCA have outstanding finance?

Finance checks require a premium vehicle report. This checks against all major UK finance providers to see if there is any outstanding finance on LJ08 VCA. If you buy a car with outstanding finance, the finance company can repossess it.

No warranty or guarantee of accuracy is provided for any free data on this page. The data guarantee applies only to information obtained through the purchase of a full check.