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EX08 UAS

2008 Saab 9-3

Silver Petrol 2000cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires24 Sep 2026
Tests17 (16 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.1%

Mileage

130,523 mi
Last recorded130,523 miles
Recorded on25 Sep 2025
Typical for 2008 Saab 9-387,215 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEX08 UAS
MakeSaab
Model9-3
Year2008
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,000cc

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MOT History

16 pass 1 fail
Pass 25 Sep 2025 130,523 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 14 Aug 2024 124,969 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured N/S + O/S (4.4.3 (a))

Fail 14 Aug 2024 124,969 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured N/S + O/S (4.4.3 (a))

Front Suspension arm ball joint likely to become detached N/S + O/S - LOWER BALL JOINT, NUT MISSING (5.3.4 (a) (ii))

Pass 16 Aug 2023 121,771 miles
Pass 13 Aug 2022 115,218 miles

Front Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 14 Aug 2021 108,381 miles
Pass 8 Aug 2020 102,675 miles

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 11 Sep 2019 95,837 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing n/s and o/s inner edges (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 10 Sep 2018 92,106 miles
Pass 8 Sep 2017 81,111 miles
Pass 9 Sep 2016 72,778 miles
Pass 10 Sep 2015 65,879 miles
Pass 22 Sep 2014 58,416 miles
Pass 1 May 2014 56,084 miles

Front Power steering pipe(s) or hose(s) has slight seepage from a joint (2.3.3b)

Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Pass 30 Apr 2013 44,570 miles
Pass 16 Mar 2012 31,455 miles
Pass 8 Mar 2011 21,578 miles

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

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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EX08 UAS is a 2008 Saab 9-3 in Silver with a 2,000cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.1%.

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 EX08 UAS, 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 EX08 UAS?

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What year was EX08 UAS registered?

EX08 UAS is a 2008 Saab 9-3, first registered on 12 March 2008.

Is EX08 UAS safe to buy?

The MOT history for EX08 UAS shows 17 tests with a 94.1% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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