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DU08 ZSE

2008 Saab 9-3

Blue Petrol 1988cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires16 Oct 2026
Tests16 (16 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

70,431 mi
Last recorded70,431 miles
Recorded on15 Oct 2025
Typical for 2008 Saab 9-387,215 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

16 pass
Pass 15 Oct 2025 70,431 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 15 Oct 2024 65,673 miles
Pass 13 Oct 2023 60,376 miles
Pass 10 Oct 2022 56,626 miles

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

Pass 11 Oct 2021 53,613 miles
Pass 13 Oct 2020 50,081 miles
Pass 2 Apr 2019 44,850 miles
Pass 9 Apr 2018 40,525 miles
Pass 4 Apr 2017 36,508 miles
Pass 11 Apr 2016 35,087 miles
Pass 15 Apr 2015 33,905 miles
Pass 17 Apr 2014 31,860 miles
Pass 17 Apr 2013 29,548 miles
Pass 26 Jan 2013 27,461 miles
Pass 16 Jan 2012 16,120 miles
Pass 22 Feb 2011 8,259 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 ZSE is a 2008 Saab 9-3 in Blue with a 1,988cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 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 ZSE, 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 ZSE registered?

DU08 ZSE is a 2008 Saab 9-3, first registered on 14 March 2008.

Is DU08 ZSE safe to buy?

The MOT history for DU08 ZSE shows 16 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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