The road tax status for SD08 BWA is recorded as available on IsItAGoodCar.

When is the MOT due for SD08 BWA?

The MOT for SD08 BWA is valid and due for renewal on or before 26 June 2025.

What is the recorded mileage of SD08 BWA?

The recorded mileage for SD08 BWA is 143,941 miles, recorded at its most recent DVSA MOT test.

Is SD08 BWA ULEZ compliant?

Yes, SD08 BWA (VAUXHALL VECTRA) meets Ultra Low Emission Zone (ULEZ) standards and is exempt from daily ULEZ charges in London.

Does SD08 BWA have an outstanding safety recall?

Yes, SD08 BWA is recorded with an outstanding manufacturer safety recall notice under official DVSA records. Vehicle manufacturers are legally required to rectify safety recalls free of charge at any authorised franchised dealership.

Official DVLA Record

Outstanding Recall

2008 Vauxhall Vectra 1.8L Petrol · SD08 BWA

SD08 BWA

2008 Vauxhall Vectra (1.8L, petrol). First registered 24 Jun 2008. Recorded mileage 143,941 miles. MOT expired on 26 Jun 2025. A manufacturer safety recall is currently outstanding.

Make & Model: VAUXHALL VECTRA
Year / Origin: 2008 · Glasgow
Safety Recall: Recall Notice
MOT Status: Expired on 26 Jun 2025
Road Tax: —
Recorded Mileage: 143,941 mi
ULEZ Compliance: ULEZ Compliant (Euro 4+)
Fuel & Engine: Petrol · 1.8L
Reliability Guide: Common Faults

Outstanding Safety Recall Notice

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MOT Status

Expired

Expired on 26 Jun 2025View ↓

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Fuel Type

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Year

2008

Engine

1796cc

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SD08 BWA Key Findings

16 MOT tests recorded
Outstanding manufacturer safety recall notice
Latest MOT passed on 05/06/2024
143,941 miles recorded at latest MOT
4 historical MOT failures
8 defects noted at the latest MOT

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SD08 BWA MOT History

Vehicle record last updated: 2 Nov 2026, 08:08

MOT Analysis

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16 MOT tests are recorded for this 2008 Vauxhall Vectra (SD08 BWA) between June 2011 and June 2024.

The record contains 12 passes and 4 failures.

The most recent test on 05 June 2024 was a pass, although the earlier record includes 4 failures that buyers may want to investigate.

Across all tests, the most frequently flagged areas are: Tyres (16 issues), Brakes (12 issues), Lighting (9 issues), Exhaust & Emissions (8 issues), Suspension (4 issues). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.

In total 38 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 Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))”; “Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)”; “Offside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the in”.

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SD08 BWA Mileage History

13/06/201133,804 mi
22/06/201244,242 mi+10,438 mi
24/07/201353,946 mi+9,704 mi
01/08/201467,661 mi+13,715 mi
01/08/201467,661 mi
03/08/201577,756 mi+10,095 mi
12/07/201677,774 mi+18 mi
10/10/201783,747 mi+5,973 mi
10/10/2018102,828 mi+19,081 mi
10/10/2018102,828 mi
19/03/2020114,708 mi+11,880 mi
23/06/2020116,244 mi+1,536 mi
21/06/2021124,938 mi+8,694 mi
28/06/2022129,743 mi+4,805 mi
08/06/2023135,579 mi+5,836 mi
05/06/2024143,941 mi+8,362 mi

Average of roughly 8,485 miles per year across 16 recorded odometer readings.

Technical Specifications

ULEZ Compliant

Recall Notice Outstanding

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MOT Roadworthiness Analysis

/ 100 · Below Average

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MOT Roadworthiness: Below Average

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