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DU08 NVD

2008 Saab 9-3

Blue Petrol 2000cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 Nov 2025
Tests19 (14 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate73.7%

Mileage

99,927 mi
Last recorded99,927 miles
Recorded on14 Nov 2024
Typical for 2008 Saab 9-387,215 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDU08 NVD
MakeSaab
Model9-3
Year2008
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,000cc

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MOT History

14 pass 5 fail
Pass 14 Nov 2024 99,927 miles
Pass 13 Nov 2023 89,453 miles
Pass 4 Nov 2022 88,799 miles
Pass 8 Nov 2021 87,330 miles

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

Fail 8 Nov 2021 87,330 miles

Emissions not tested due to exhaust blowing (8.2.1.2 (d))

Rear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

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

Pass 9 Nov 2020 84,514 miles
Pass 25 Apr 2019 82,496 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2018 80,764 miles
Fail 20 Apr 2018 80,762 miles

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Offside Front coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)

Exhaust heat shield insecure

Pass 28 Feb 2017 70,499 miles

Items removed from driver's view prior to test ()

Fail 28 Feb 2017 70,499 miles

Items removed from driver's view prior to test ()

Nearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Pass 2 Mar 2016 65,223 miles
Fail 2 Mar 2016 65,223 miles

Nearside Front coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin 2mm Approx (3.5.1g)

Pass 2 Mar 2015 61,224 miles

Items removed from driver's view prior to test

Offside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 6 Mar 2014 56,539 miles
Pass 25 Feb 2013 50,209 miles
Fail 5 Mar 2012 42,223 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 5 Mar 2012 42,223 miles
Pass 7 Mar 2011 33,208 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 NVD is a 2008 Saab 9-3 in Blue with a 2,000cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.7%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 NVD, 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 NVD?

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What year was DU08 NVD registered?

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

Is DU08 NVD safe to buy?

The MOT history for DU08 NVD shows 19 tests with a 73.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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