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WV08 TUW

2008 Vauxhall Antara

Black Diesel 1991cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires21 Oct 2026
Tests22 (16 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate72.7%

Mileage

102,734 mi
Last recorded102,734 miles
Recorded on14 Oct 2025
Typical for 2008 Vauxhall Antara71,754 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWV08 TUW
MakeVauxhall
ModelAntara
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,991cc

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MOT History

16 pass 6 fail
Pass 14 Oct 2025 102,734 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 22 Oct 2024 94,409 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Rear Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))

Fail 22 Oct 2024 94,409 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Offside Front Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Rear Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))

Fail 24 Sep 2024 94,348 miles

Central Rear Seat belt buckle not functioning as intended (7.1.2 (d))

Fuel system component leaking (6.1.3 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Void of tread on both edges (5.2.3 (e))

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

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Rear Lower Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Both sides (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 4 Oct 2023 92,484 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn on both edges and perishing (5.2.3 (e))

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

Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear most bushes/both arms (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 8 Oct 2022 90,580 miles

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

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

Pass 1 Oct 2021 88,349 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 17 Oct 2020 86,260 miles
Pass 7 Jan 2020 84,948 miles

front exhaust pipe flexy poor condition

Fail 4 Jan 2020 84,941 miles

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

front exhaust pipe flexy poor condition

Pass 7 Jan 2019 80,859 miles
Pass 22 Jan 2018 75,215 miles
Pass 18 Jan 2017 67,723 miles
Fail 18 Jan 2017 67,723 miles

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

Pass 6 Jan 2016 55,622 miles
Pass 22 Jan 2015 44,741 miles
Pass 16 Jan 2014 35,532 miles
Pass 23 Jan 2013 28,232 miles
Fail 23 Jan 2013 28,232 miles

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Fail 20 Jan 2012 18,685 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 20 Jan 2012 18,685 miles
Pass 24 Jan 2011 9,608 miles

How Reliable is the Vauxhall Antara?

Based on 362,535 MOT tests across 26,838 vehicles.

72.8%
Pass Rate
6,611
Miles/Year
19
Year Lifespan
26,838
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

position lamp(s) not working 3,890
Registration plate lamp not working 3,438
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 2,940
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 2,940
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WV08 TUW is a 2008 Vauxhall Antara in Black with a 1,991cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.7%.

Across all 2008 Vauxhall Antara models, the average MOT pass rate is 71.0% with a typical mileage of 71,754 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Vauxhall Antara fails its MOT is position lamp(s) not working, accounting for 3,890 recorded failures. If you're considering buying WV08 TUW, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Vauxhall Antara typically stays on UK roads for around 19 years. At 18 years old, this Vauxhall Antara is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was WV08 TUW registered?

WV08 TUW is a 2008 Vauxhall Antara, first registered on 20 March 2008.

Is WV08 TUW safe to buy?

The MOT history for WV08 TUW shows 22 tests with a 72.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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