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DU08 NRY

2008 Saab 9-3 Vector Sport Tid Auto

Blue Diesel 1910cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 Feb 2024
Tests16 (13 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate81.3%

Mileage

155,683 mi
Last recorded155,683 miles
Recorded on25 Feb 2023
Typical for 2008 Saab 9-3 Vector Sport Tid Auto84,026 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDU08 NRY
MakeSaab
Model9-3 Vector Sport Tid Auto
Year2008
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,910cc

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MOT History

13 pass 3 fail
Pass 25 Feb 2023 155,683 miles
Pass 7 Feb 2022 146,797 miles
Fail 7 Feb 2022 146,797 miles

Brake pipe excessively corroded Front to rear beside fuel tank X2 (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 18 Jan 2021 136,380 miles

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material beside fuel tank (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 17 Jan 2020 129,066 miles
Pass 31 Jan 2019 120,096 miles

n/s & o/s outer sills plastic covers

no warning lights on dash time of test

rear subframe slight corrosion starting

under tray fitted front unable to fully inspect

Fail 31 Jan 2019 120,096 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

n/s & o/s outer sills plastic covers

no warning lights on dash time of test

rear subframe slight corrosion starting

under tray fitted front unable to fully inspect

Pass 13 Feb 2018 110,601 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Front tyre pressure low

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front tyre pressure low

Offside Rear tyre pressure low

Fail 13 Feb 2018 110,601 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Front tyre pressure low

Nearside Headlamp aim too low and too far to the right. (1.8)

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front tyre pressure low

Offside Headlamp aim too high and too far to the right. (1.8)

Offside Rear tyre pressure low

Pass 13 Jan 2017 98,842 miles
Pass 15 Jan 2016 86,736 miles
Pass 23 Jan 2015 72,678 miles
Pass 24 Jan 2014 59,546 miles
Pass 22 Jan 2013 47,759 miles
Pass 30 Jan 2012 36,412 miles
Pass 7 Mar 2011 32,084 miles

Nail in offside rear tyre

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

Nearside Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

How Reliable is the Saab 9-3 Vector Sport Tid Auto?

Based on 2,900 MOT tests across 260 vehicles.

76.5%
Pass Rate
7,671
Miles/Year
22
Year Lifespan
260
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

coil spring broken 67
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 61
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 44
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 32
Tyre has ply or cords exposed 24
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DU08 NRY is a 2008 Saab 9-3 Vector Sport Tid Auto in Blue with a 1,910cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.3%.

Across all 2008 Saab 9-3 Vector Sport Tid Auto models, the average MOT pass rate is 75.6% with a typical mileage of 84,026 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Saab 9-3 Vector Sport Tid Auto fails its MOT is coil spring broken, accounting for 67 recorded failures. If you're considering buying DU08 NRY, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Saab 9-3 Vector Sport Tid Auto typically stays on UK roads for around 22 years. At 18 years old, this Saab 9-3 Vector Sport Tid Auto is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was DU08 NRY registered?

DU08 NRY is a 2008 Saab 9-3 Vector Sport Tid Auto, first registered on 10 March 2008.

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