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DU08 ZTE

2008 Saab 9-3

Silver Diesel 1910cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires29 Nov 2026
Tests18 (16 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

185,901 mi
Last recorded185,901 miles
Recorded on20 Nov 2025
Typical for 2008 Saab 9-387,215 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDU08 ZTE
MakeSaab
Model9-3
Year2008
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,910cc

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MOT History

16 pass 2 fail
Pass 20 Nov 2025 185,901 miles
Pass 13 Nov 2024 181,712 miles
Pass 30 Nov 2023 177,386 miles
Pass 17 Jan 2023 174,278 miles
Pass 7 Dec 2021 168,572 miles
Pass 1 Dec 2020 161,957 miles

Nearside Front Tyre Close to limits

Nearside Front Upper Anti roll link ball joint cover leaking

Pass 4 Dec 2019 157,579 miles
Fail 4 Dec 2019 157,579 miles

Nearside Front Road wheel fixing loose (5.2.1 (a) (i))

Pass 26 Nov 2018 149,309 miles

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

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

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

Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

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

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

Pass 13 Dec 2017 136,468 miles
Pass 16 Jan 2017 123,348 miles
Pass 22 Jan 2016 110,219 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases front flexy (7.1.2)

Pass 7 Jan 2015 88,782 miles
Pass 8 Jan 2014 69,914 miles
Pass 16 Jan 2013 49,733 miles

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

Fail 16 Jan 2013 49,733 miles

Offside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

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

Pass 30 Jan 2012 33,824 miles
Pass 18 Feb 2011 27,441 miles

cuts in n/s/f tyre outer sidewall

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 ZTE is a 2008 Saab 9-3 in Silver with a 1,910cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

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 ZTE, 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 ZTE?

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What year was DU08 ZTE registered?

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

Is DU08 ZTE safe to buy?

The MOT history for DU08 ZTE shows 18 tests with a 88.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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