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CV08 WDN

2008 Saab 9-3

Grey Diesel 1910cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires12 Apr 2027
Tests18 (15 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

164,387 mi
Last recorded164,387 miles
Recorded on13 Apr 2026
Typical for 2008 Saab 9-387,215 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationCV08 WDN
MakeSaab
Model9-3
Year2008
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,910cc

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MOT History

15 pass 3 fail
Pass 13 Apr 2026 164,387 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Nearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))

Offside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Pass 14 Feb 2025 155,359 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Fail 5 Feb 2025 155,018 miles

Nearside Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Pass 25 Jan 2024 148,061 miles
Pass 1 Feb 2023 133,892 miles
Pass 16 Feb 2022 112,497 miles
Pass 25 Feb 2021 91,208 miles

Exhaust emits excessive smoke or vapour but not likely to obscure the vision of other road users (8.2.2.2 (c))

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Non obligatory mirror damaged ()

Nearside Rear Nail in tyre ()

Pass 13 Mar 2019 111,380 miles

covers fitted

Pass 19 Mar 2018 81,094 miles

covers fitted. o/s/r tyre has cut in wall

Pass 16 Mar 2017 73,643 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 18 Mar 2016 65,951 miles
Fail 18 Mar 2016 65,951 miles

Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Pass 11 Mar 2015 59,433 miles

Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Pass 19 Mar 2014 51,335 miles
Pass 21 Mar 2013 42,607 miles
Fail 21 Mar 2013 42,607 miles

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Pass 12 Mar 2012 36,117 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Pass 25 Mar 2011 27,918 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

cut in o/s/r tyre wall

How Reliable is the Saab 9-3?

Based on 2,294,034 MOT tests across 155,316 vehicles.

73.6%
Pass Rate
6,682
Miles/Year
28
Year Lifespan
155,316
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 75,543
coil spring broken 47,423
position lamp(s) not working 38,332
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 35,584
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 34,513
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CV08 WDN is a 2008 Saab 9-3 in Grey with a 1,910cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

Across all 2008 Saab 9-3 models, the average MOT pass rate is 75.6% with a typical mileage of 87,215 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Saab 9-3 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 75,543 recorded failures. If you're considering buying CV08 WDN, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Saab 9-3 typically stays on UK roads for around 28 years. At 18 years old, this Saab 9-3 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was CV08 WDN registered?

CV08 WDN is a 2008 Saab 9-3, first registered on 31 March 2008.

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