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MW08 WXT

2008 Saab 9-3

Grey Petrol 1998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 Sep 2021
Tests11 (10 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90.9%

Mileage

128,931 mi
Last recorded128,931 miles
Recorded on4 Sep 2020
Typical for 2008 Saab 9-387,215 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMW08 WXT
MakeSaab
Model9-3
Year2008
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,998cc

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MOT History

10 pass 1 fail
Pass 4 Sep 2020 128,931 miles

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

Front Lower Coolant leak ()

Pass 10 Aug 2019 124,997 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Pass 2 Jun 2018 118,071 miles

Nearside Rear Parking (secondary brake) grabbing slightly (1.3.1 (c))

Pass 4 Mar 2017 107,227 miles
Pass 3 Mar 2016 98,053 miles

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

Pass 5 Mar 2015 92,103 miles
Pass 3 Mar 2014 71,488 miles

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

Pass 7 Mar 2013 53,916 miles
Pass 27 Jul 2012 49,266 miles
Pass 1 Jul 2011 37,857 miles
Fail 1 Jul 2011 37,857 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre(s) incorrect because different size tyres are fitted on the same axle. (4.1.A.1a)

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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MW08 WXT is a 2008 Saab 9-3 in Grey with a 1,998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.9%.

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 MW08 WXT, 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 MW08 WXT registered?

MW08 WXT is a 2008 Saab 9-3, first registered on 30 June 2008.

Is MW08 WXT safe to buy?

The MOT history for MW08 WXT shows 11 tests with a 90.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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