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DU58 NHV

2008 Saab 9-3

Grey Diesel 1910cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires29 Sep 2026
Tests18 (15 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

133,319 mi
Last recorded133,319 miles
Recorded on11 Sep 2025
Typical for 2008 Saab 9-387,215 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDU58 NHV
MakeSaab
Model9-3
Year2008
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,910cc

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MOT History

15 pass 3 fail
Pass 11 Sep 2025 133,319 miles

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

Pass 23 Sep 2024 124,568 miles

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

Offside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 21 Sep 2023 117,459 miles
Fail 21 Sep 2023 117,459 miles

Fuel system component leaking (6.1.3 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

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))

Pass 20 Sep 2022 111,637 miles

Undertrays fitted unable to view some areas

Pass 6 Sep 2021 106,509 miles
Pass 7 Sep 2020 103,631 miles

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

Pass 11 Sep 2019 100,709 miles

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing slight perishing on tread (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 10 Sep 2018 95,086 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases flexi pipe (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 19 Sep 2017 90,473 miles
Fail 19 Sep 2017 90,473 miles

Fuel system component leaking fuel filter (7.2.3)

Pass 14 Sep 2016 72,937 miles
Pass 30 Sep 2015 53,855 miles
Pass 29 Oct 2014 51,006 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 7 Nov 2013 47,093 miles
Pass 14 Sep 2012 40,523 miles
Pass 17 Sep 2011 36,208 miles
Fail 16 Sep 2011 36,208 miles

Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)

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

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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DU58 NHV is a 2008 Saab 9-3 in Grey with a 1,910cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 DU58 NHV, 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 DU58 NHV registered?

DU58 NHV is a 2008 Saab 9-3, first registered on 1 September 2008.

Is DU58 NHV safe to buy?

The MOT history for DU58 NHV shows 18 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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