Vauxhall Astra Sri+cdti 150 (2008)
2008 Vauxhall Astra Sri+cdti 150
CarHunch analysed 109 real MOT records for the 2008 Vauxhall Astra Sri+cdti 150. This breakdown of actual test outcomes — pass rates, defect profiles, mileage data — isn't published anywhere else.
This 2008 Astra diesel is significantly less reliable than the average UK car, with only 56.4% passing MOT first time against the national average of 80%—nearly a quarter of these vehicles fail their test. The good news is that dangerous defects are not prevalent in this cohort, but the real concern is the frequency of failures: averaging 1.37 faults per vehicle suggests these cars need regular attention to stay roadworthy.
With a median mileage of 129,200 miles for a 16-year-old car, these Astras have been driven hard, and that wear is reflected in the failure rate. Before buying one, get a pre-purchase inspection focused on the diesel engine and emissions systems, as these are typically where the money gets spent on older Vauxhalls of this generation.
What to check before buying a 2008 Vauxhall Astra Sri+cdti 150
Practical pre-purchase checks for this age and model.
- 📋 Check the full MOT history. Look for recurring advisories — slow-building issues like corrosion or brake wear patterns show up years before they become failures. Enter the reg below for a full AI analysis.
- 🔍 Inspect for corrosion in person. Brake pipes, sills, subframes, and chassis legs. Surface rust is normal at this age; structural rust is a serious problem that's expensive to fix and can fail an MOT.
- 🛞 Check tyres and brakes. The most common advisory items at this age. Budget for replacement if they're near the limit — factor this into your offer price.
- 📄 Run an HPI check. The MOT history won't show outstanding finance, insurance write-offs, or stolen status — an HPI check will.
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Mileage Distribution
Most 2008 Vauxhall Astra Sri+cdti 150 vehicles sit in the blue band. If the car you're looking at is outside it, it's either unusually low or high mileage for its age.
Half of all 2008 Vauxhall Astra Sri+cdti 150 vehicles fall between 109,063 and 147,751 miles.
2008 Vauxhall Astra Sri+cdti 150 — Still on the Road
Numbers are declining — 18 vehicles still getting MOTs in 2025 (24% of peak).
Based on vehicles from this manufacture year that had at least one MOT test in each calendar year. Data from 2017–2025.
MOT History Averages
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