The road tax status for VA08 SVL is recorded as available on IsItAGoodCar.

When is the MOT due for VA08 SVL?

The MOT for VA08 SVL is valid and due for renewal on or before 19 April 2024.

What is the recorded mileage of VA08 SVL?

The recorded mileage for VA08 SVL is 164,155 miles, recorded at its most recent DVSA MOT test.

Is VA08 SVL ULEZ compliant?

No, VA08 SVL 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 Ford Ranger 2.5L Diesel · VA08 SVL

VA08 SVL

2008 Ford Ranger (2.5L, diesel). First registered 15/08/2008. Recorded mileage 164,155 miles. MOT status: Expired.

Make & Model: FORD RANGER
Year / Origin: 2008 · Worcester
Safety Recall: Unknown
MOT Status: Valid until 19/04/2024
Road Tax: —
Recorded Mileage: 164,155 mi
ULEZ Compliance: Non-Compliant (Pre-Euro 6 Diesel)
Fuel & Engine: Diesel · 2.5L
Reliability Guide: Common Faults

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Mileage: 164,155 mi
Fuel Type: Diesel
Year: 2008
Engine: 2499cc

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VA08 SVL Key Findings

16 MOT tests recorded
Latest MOT failed on 16/04/2024
164,155 miles recorded at latest MOT
4 historical MOT failures
23 defects noted at the latest MOT
Recurring lighting items (16 mentions)

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MOT Roadworthiness: Poor

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✗ MOT Expired or Failed

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✗ Poor MOT pass rate (40%)

✗ 3 dangerous defects found recently

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VA08 SVL Mileage History

26/08/201145,604 mi
11/09/201255,276 mi+9,672 mi
15/01/201471,277 mi+16,001 mi
08/01/201581,441 mi+10,164 mi
25/01/201690,880 mi+9,439 mi
31/01/2017100,597 mi+9,717 mi
25/01/2018108,345 mi+7,748 mi
05/02/2019116,230 mi+7,885 mi
05/02/2019116,230 mi
05/02/2020125,868 mi+9,638 mi
25/03/2021136,356 mi+10,488 mi
19/04/2022146,885 mi+10,529 mi
21/04/2022146,908 mi+23 mi
06/04/2023155,921 mi+9,013 mi
06/04/2023155,921 mi
16/04/2024164,155 mi+8,234 mi

Average of roughly 9,379 miles per year across 16 recorded odometer readings.

VA08 SVL MOT History

Vehicle record last updated: 4 Oct 2026, 13:50

MOT Analysis

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16 MOT tests are recorded for this 2008 Ford Ranger (VA08 SVL) between August 2011 and April 2024.

The record contains 12 passes and 4 failures.

The most recent test on 16 April 2024 was a fail; the vehicle has not passed its last recorded MOT.

Across all tests, the most frequently flagged areas are: Lighting (16 issues), Brakes (12 issues), Tyres (8 issues), Bodywork (4 issues), Windscreen (3 issues). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.

In total 28 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 Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))”; “Nearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))”; “Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))”.

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