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DE57 URO

2008 Saab 9-3

Black Petrol 1910cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Jan 2025
Tests16 (14 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

134,018 mi
Last recorded134,018 miles
Recorded on12 Jan 2024
Typical for 2008 Saab 9-387,215 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDE57 URO
MakeSaab
Model9-3
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,910cc

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MOT History

14 pass 2 fail
Pass 12 Jan 2024 134,018 miles

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

Pass 23 Jan 2023 132,515 miles

Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both sides rear (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 16 Jan 2023 132,515 miles

Nearside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both sides rear (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 20 Jan 2022 126,056 miles
Pass 15 Jan 2021 117,491 miles

Nearside Rear Inner Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both sides front (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 12 Jul 2019 108,593 miles

Power steering pipe/hose has slight seepage (2.1.5 (a))

Pass 5 Jul 2018 104,292 miles

Power steering pipe/hose has slight seepage (2.1.5 (a))

Fail 5 Jul 2018 104,291 miles

Nearside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Power steering pipe/hose has slight seepage (2.1.5 (a))

Pass 18 Jul 2017 100,546 miles
Pass 2 Jul 2016 96,275 miles

Power steering component(s) has slight seepage from a seal steering rack (2.3.3b)

Pass 21 Jul 2015 92,028 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2014 87,891 miles
Pass 11 Apr 2013 84,421 miles
Pass 30 Mar 2012 80,048 miles
Pass 14 Apr 2011 76,732 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Pass 5 Jan 2011 72,686 miles

Front Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

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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DE57 URO is a 2008 Saab 9-3 in Black with a 1,910cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

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 DE57 URO, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was DE57 URO registered?

DE57 URO is a 2008 Saab 9-3, first registered on 30 January 2008.

Is DE57 URO safe to buy?

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