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DU08 ZRL

2008 Saab 9-3

Blue Petrol 1988cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires27 Jul 2027
Tests17 (17 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

100,789 mi
Last recorded100,789 miles
Recorded on6 Jul 2026
Typical for 2008 Saab 9-387,215 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDU08 ZRL
MakeSaab
Model9-3
Year2008
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,988cc

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MOT History

17 pass
Pass 6 Jul 2026 100,789 miles

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

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

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

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

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

Pass 7 Jul 2025 95,740 miles

Front Headlamp lens slightly defective both headlamp lenses (4.1.1 (b) (i))

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

Front Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Offside Front Lower front fog lamp lens broken

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 17 Jul 2024 90,459 miles

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

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

Pass 28 Jul 2023 86,140 miles
Pass 8 Jun 2022 82,628 miles
Pass 8 Jun 2021 79,291 miles
Pass 16 Jun 2020 77,066 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2019 72,598 miles
Pass 19 Jun 2018 66,820 miles
Pass 7 Jun 2017 60,017 miles
Pass 15 Jun 2016 54,168 miles
Pass 5 Jun 2015 48,759 miles
Pass 18 Jun 2014 43,478 miles
Pass 22 Jun 2013 38,266 miles
Pass 4 Mar 2013 36,138 miles

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

Pass 5 Mar 2012 25,027 miles
Pass 10 Mar 2011 13,913 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 ZRL is a 2008 Saab 9-3 in Blue with a 1,988cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 ZRL, 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 DU08 ZRL registered?

DU08 ZRL is a 2008 Saab 9-3, first registered on 11 March 2008.

Is DU08 ZRL safe to buy?

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