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DV08 UZF

2008 Saab 9-3

Grey Petrol 1988cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 Jul 2024
Tests18 (14 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

156,327 mi
Last recorded156,327 miles
Recorded on15 Jun 2023
Typical for 2008 Saab 9-387,215 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDV08 UZF
MakeSaab
Model9-3
Year2008
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,988cc

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MOT History

14 pass 4 fail
Pass 15 Jun 2023 156,327 miles

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

Pass 10 Jun 2022 143,840 miles
Pass 15 Jun 2021 134,170 miles
Fail 15 Jun 2021 134,170 miles

Offside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 15 Jun 2020 128,874 miles
Pass 17 Jun 2019 116,382 miles
Fail 17 Jun 2019 116,382 miles

Nearside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 11 Jun 2018 98,485 miles

damage found on n/s/f tyre wall and a small cut on inner tread

Pass 26 Jun 2017 87,602 miles
Fail 26 Jun 2017 87,602 miles

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

Pass 13 Jun 2016 75,290 miles
Pass 15 Jun 2015 63,250 miles
Pass 13 May 2015 32,885 miles
Pass 10 Jul 2014 52,488 miles

Both rear tyres inside edges uneven wear

Pass 6 Jun 2013 41,923 miles

Both rear tyres inner edges irregular wear

Pass 21 May 2012 32,562 miles
Fail 21 May 2012 32,562 miles

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

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

Pass 6 May 2011 17,637 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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DV08 UZF is a 2008 Saab 9-3 in Grey with a 1,988cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

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 DV08 UZF, 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.

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What year was DV08 UZF registered?

DV08 UZF is a 2008 Saab 9-3, first registered on 19 May 2008.

Is DV08 UZF safe to buy?

The MOT history for DV08 UZF shows 18 tests with a 77.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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