The road tax status for FV08 XYB is recorded as available on IsItAGoodCar.

When is the MOT due for FV08 XYB?

The MOT for FV08 XYB is valid and due for renewal on or before 21 December 2023.

What is the recorded mileage of FV08 XYB?

The recorded mileage for FV08 XYB is 160,396 miles, recorded at its most recent DVSA MOT test.

Is FV08 XYB ULEZ compliant?

No, FV08 XYB does not meet standard ULEZ emissions requirements and would incur a daily charge when driven within the London Ultra Low Emission Zone.

Official DVLA Record

2008 Saab 9-3 1.9L Diesel · FV08 XYB

FV08 XYB

2008 Saab 9-3 (1.9L, diesel). First registered 12/06/2008. Recorded mileage 160,396 miles. MOT status: Expired.

Make & Model: SAAB 9-3
Year / Origin: 2008 · Lincoln
MOT Status: Valid until 21/12/2023
Road Tax: —
Recorded Mileage: 160,396 mi
ULEZ Compliance: Non-Compliant (Pre-Euro 6 Diesel)
Fuel & Engine: Diesel · 1.9L
Reliability Guide: Common Faults

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Valid until 21/12/2023

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Mileage: 160,396 mi
Fuel Type: Diesel
Year: 2008
Engine: 1910cc

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FV08 XYB Key Findings

4 MOT tests recorded
Latest MOT passed on 15/12/2022
160,396 miles recorded at latest MOT
2 historical MOT failures
13 defects noted at the latest MOT
Recurring suspension items (21 mentions)

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MOT Roadworthiness Analysis

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MOT Roadworthiness: Below Average

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✗ MOT Expired or Failed

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! Average MOT pass rate (50%)

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FV08 XYB Mileage History

16/12/2021152,266 mi
22/12/2021152,274 mi+8 mi
15/12/2022160,396 mi+8,122 mi
15/12/2022160,396 mi

Average of roughly 8,156 miles per year across 4 recorded odometer readings.

FV08 XYB MOT History

Vehicle record last updated: 17 Sept 2026, 01:42

MOT Analysis

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4 MOT tests are recorded for this 2008 Saab 9-3 (FV08 XYB) between December 2021 and December 2022.

The record contains 2 passes and 2 failures.

The most recent test on 15 December 2022 was a pass, although the earlier record includes 2 failures that buyers may want to investigate.

Across all tests, the most frequently flagged areas are: Suspension (21 issues), Lighting (4 issues), Tyres (2 issues), Brakes (2 issues), Bodywork (2 issues). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.

In total 32 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 Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))”; “Offside Rear Other passenger door cannot be opened from outside the vehicle (6.2.3 (a))”; “Nearside Rear Brake hose ferrule excessively corroded (1.1.12 (f) (i))”.

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