Official DVLA Record

2008 Vauxhall Zafira 1.6L Petrol · SO08 VEM

SO08 VEM

2008 Vauxhall Zafira (1.6L, petrol). First registered 22/03/2008. Recorded mileage 123,036 miles. MOT status: Expired.

Make & Model
VAUXHALL ZAFIRA
Year / Origin
2008 · Edinburgh
MOT Status
Valid until 10/04/2024
Road Tax
Recorded Mileage
123,036 mi
ULEZ Compliance
ULEZ Compliant (Euro 4+)
Fuel & Engine
Petrol · 1.6L
Reliability Guide
Common Faults
MOT Status
Expired
Valid until 10/04/2024
Tax Status
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Fuel Type
Petrol
Year
2008
Engine
1598cc
Mechanical Assessment

AI-generated interpretation of this vehicle’s MOT record — not an official statement and not a substitute for an independent inspection.

The vehicle presents a stable roadworthiness status based on the most recent MOT data. The last test conducted on 11 April 2023 at 123,036 miles resulted in a pass with no defects, following a failure just three weeks prior at nearly identical mileage. This suggests that the previous owner addressed specific issues immediately to achieve compliance. However, the vehicle has not undergone a test in over three years, meaning the current mechanical condition is undocumented and uncertain. The mileage pattern is consistent with an eighteen-year-old vehicle, averaging approximately 6,800 miles per year. Between March 2021 and March 2022, the car covered 2,502 miles, indicating a period of low usage. The mileage then increased by 2,765 miles between March 2022 and April 2023. While the low annual mileage reduces wear on the drivetrain, the age of the vehicle means that components such as rubber suspension bushes, hoses, and brake lines are points of concern due to degradation regardless of the distance driven. A buyer should focus their physical inspection on the structural integrity of the chassis and floorpan as older Zafiras are prone to corrosion in the sills and rear wheel arches. Because the record ends in 2023, a thorough check of the brake fluid condition, exhaust leaks, and perished tyres is essential. Inspect the front end for play in the wish arms and ball joints, as the recurring failures in 2022 and 2023 indicate the suspension may require active attention to maintain safety standards.

SO08 VEM Key Findings

  • 4 MOT tests recorded
  • Latest MOT passed on 11/04/2023
  • 123,036 miles recorded at latest MOT
  • 2 historical MOT failures
  • No defects recorded at the latest MOT

Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.

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MOT Roadworthiness Analysis
45
/ 100 · Below Average
DVSA Test Records Evaluated

MOT Roadworthiness: Below Average

This rating reflects historical MOT pass rates and recurring advisory wear patterns from official DVSA test logs. Note that roadworthiness does not verify outstanding finance, insurance write-offs, or stolen records.

✗ MOT Expired or Failed
! Tax Status Unknown
! Average MOT pass rate (50%)
! Older vehicle
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SO08 VEM Mileage History

  1. 16/03/2022122,271 mi
  2. 22/03/2022122,271 mi
  3. 22/03/2023123,034 mi+763 mi
  4. 11/04/2023123,036 mi+2 mi

Average of roughly 715 miles per year across 4 recorded odometer readings.

SO08 VEM MOT History

Vehicle record last updated: 15 Apr 2026, 17:56
MOT Analysis

Interpretation generated from the recorded test data above — not an official DVSA statement and not a substitute for an independent inspection.

4 MOT tests are recorded for this 2008 Vauxhall Zafira (SO08 VEM) between March 2022 and April 2023.

The record contains 2 passes and 2 failures.

The most recent test on 11 April 2023 was a pass, although the earlier record includes 2 failures that buyers may want to investigate.

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