No, DS08 TCV is currently recorded as untaxed in official DVLA vehicle records.

When is the MOT due for DS08 TCV?

The MOT for DS08 TCV is valid and due for renewal on or before 20 January 2023.

What is the recorded mileage of DS08 TCV?

The recorded mileage for DS08 TCV is 124,912 miles, recorded at its most recent DVSA MOT test.

Is DS08 TCV ULEZ compliant?

Yes, DS08 TCV (SAAB 9-3) meets Ultra Low Emission Zone (ULEZ) standards and is exempt from daily ULEZ charges in London.

Official DVLA Record

2008 Saab 9-3 2.0L Petrol · DS08 TCV

DS08 TCV

2008 Saab 9-3 (2.0L, petrol). First registered 01/07/2008. Recorded mileage 124,912 miles. MOT status: Expired.

Make & Model: SAAB 9-3
Year / Origin: 2008 · Shrewsbury
MOT Status: Valid until 20/01/2023
Road Tax: Untaxed (01/08/2023)
Recorded Mileage: 124,912 mi
ULEZ Compliance: ULEZ Compliant (Euro 4+)
Fuel & Engine: PETROL · 2.0L
Reliability Guide: Common Faults

MOT Status

Expired

Valid until 20/01/2023

Tax Status

Untaxed

Tax due 01/08/2023

Mileage: 124,912 mi
Fuel Type: PETROL
Year: 2008
Engine: 1998cc

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DS08 TCV Key Findings

4 MOT tests recorded
Latest MOT failed on 05/08/2024
124,912 miles recorded at latest MOT
3 historical MOT failures
41 defects noted at the latest MOT
Recurring lighting items (20 mentions)

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MOT Roadworthiness Analysis

/ 100 · Poor

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MOT Roadworthiness: Poor

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✗ Poor MOT pass rate (25%)

✗ 4 dangerous defects found recently

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DS08 TCV Mileage History

21/01/2022110,291 mi
21/01/2022110,292 mi+1 mi
26/03/2024124,728 mi+14,436 mi
05/08/2024124,912 mi+184 mi

Average of roughly 5,761 miles per year across 4 recorded odometer readings.

DS08 TCV MOT History

Live data last synced with DVSA: 9 Sept 2026, 00:17

MOT Analysis

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4 MOT tests are recorded for this 2008 Saab 9-3 (DS08 TCV) between January 2022 and August 2024.

The record contains 1 pass and 3 failures.

The most recent test on 05 August 2024 was a fail; the vehicle has not passed its last recorded MOT.

Across all tests, the most frequently flagged areas are: Lighting (20 issues), Brakes (11 issues), Suspension (9 issues), Tyres (6 issues), Steering (4 issues). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.

In total 23 advisory notices are recorded. Advisories flag items that passed but may need attention before the next test; they are not evidence of how well the vehicle has been serviced.

Recorded failure items include: “Offside Rear Upper Shock absorbers insecurely attached bolt missing (5.3.2 (a) (i))”; “Front Undertray likely to become detached several panels insecure (6.2.1 (a) (ii))”; “Offside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint likely to become detached nut missing (5.3.4 (a) (ii))”.

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