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MW08 WZX

2008 Saab 9-3

Black Diesel 1910cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Nov 2025
Tests12 (10 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

113,023 mi
Last recorded113,023 miles
Recorded on9 Nov 2024
Typical for 2008 Saab 9-387,215 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMW08 WZX
MakeSaab
Model9-3
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,910cc

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MOT History

10 pass 2 fail
Pass 9 Nov 2024 113,023 miles

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

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Power steering component has slight seepage from a component steering rack ? (2.1.5 (a))

rust on towbar

Pass 19 Oct 2023 106,747 miles

Brake pad(s) wearing thin all (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged outer side wall in many places (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

tow bar is rusty

Fail 19 Oct 2023 106,747 miles

Brake pad(s) wearing thin all (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

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

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged outer side wall in many places (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Front Road wheel fixing missing (5.2.1 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Road wheel fixing missing (5.2.1 (a) (i))

tow bar is rusty

Pass 27 Oct 2022 101,220 miles

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

Nearside Side repeater lens defective which has no effect on emitted light (4.4.1 (b) (i))

Pass 3 Dec 2020 96,095 miles

Nearside Side repeater lens defective which has no effect on emitted light (4.4.1 (b) (i))

Offside Side repeater is loose

Pass 15 Mar 2019 94,125 miles
Pass 22 Jan 2018 91,469 miles

Supplementary Restraint System warning lamp does not illuminate (5.4.2)

Fail 19 Jan 2018 91,469 miles

Nearside Rear coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)

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

Supplementary Restraint System warning lamp does not illuminate (5.4.2)

Pass 16 Jan 2017 89,142 miles
Pass 22 Jan 2016 87,580 miles

Offside wiper is in poor condition

engine management light is on

Pass 28 Oct 2014 86,880 miles

both rear tyres are slightly wearing out of shape

engine management light is on

Pass 8 Jun 2011 80,733 miles

rear tyres tread feathered on inner edges

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 WZX is a 2008 Saab 9-3 in Black with a 1,910cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 12 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 MW08 WZX, 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 WZX registered?

MW08 WZX is a 2008 Saab 9-3, first registered on 31 July 2008.

Is MW08 WZX safe to buy?

The MOT history for MW08 WZX shows 12 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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