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DU08 NTX

2008 Saab 9-3

Black Diesel 1910cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 Jun 2025
Tests16 (14 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

192,865 mi
Last recorded192,865 miles
Recorded on21 Jun 2024
Typical for 2008 Saab 9-387,215 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDU08 NTX
MakeSaab
Model9-3
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,910cc

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MOT History

14 pass 2 fail
Pass 21 Jun 2024 192,865 miles
Pass 22 Jun 2023 186,143 miles

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 9 Jun 2022 179,642 miles

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

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 22 Jun 2021 172,213 miles
Pass 22 Jun 2020 167,032 miles
Fail 22 Jun 2020 167,032 miles

Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

Pass 19 Mar 2019 160,579 miles

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

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

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

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

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

Pass 10 Mar 2018 141,299 miles

Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt N/S + O/S (2.4.G.2)

Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases Down Pipe Flex (7.1.2)

Pass 11 Mar 2017 120,092 miles
Pass 6 Mar 2016 107,535 miles
Fail 5 Mar 2016

Front registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)

Fuel system component leaking fuel filter (7.2.3)

Pass 6 Mar 2015 94,260 miles
Pass 9 Mar 2014 80,438 miles
Pass 16 Mar 2013 67,309 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 3 Mar 2012 52,518 miles
Pass 26 Feb 2011 40,046 miles

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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DU08 NTX is a 2008 Saab 9-3 in Black with a 1,910cc diesel 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 DU08 NTX, 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

How do I check the history of DU08 NTX?

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What year was DU08 NTX registered?

DU08 NTX is a 2008 Saab 9-3, first registered on 6 March 2008.

Is DU08 NTX safe to buy?

The MOT history for DU08 NTX shows 16 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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