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NM08 UVG

2008 Saab 9-3

Black Diesel 1910cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires17 Dec 2026
Tests19 (15 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate78.9%

Mileage

85,235 mi
Last recorded85,235 miles
Recorded on10 Dec 2025
Typical for 2008 Saab 9-387,215 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationNM08 UVG
MakeSaab
Model9-3
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,910cc

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MOT History

15 pass 4 fail
Pass 10 Dec 2025 85,235 miles

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

Nearside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Nearside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

Offside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Offside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

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

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

Pass 6 Dec 2024 84,491 miles

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

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

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

Fail 3 Dec 2024 84,469 miles

Exhaust emissions exceed manufacturer's specified limit (8.2.2.2 (a))

Offside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Brake fluid close to minimum mark (1.1.10 (d) (ii))

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

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

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

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

Pass 5 Dec 2023 82,976 miles

Nearside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Upper arm outer bush slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Fail 5 Dec 2023 82,976 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low and too far to the right. (4.1.2 (a))

Nearside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Upper arm outer bush slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Pass 6 Dec 2022 81,357 miles

Nearside headlight poor beam pattern

Offside Rear Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Power steering component has slight seepage from a component rack to renew [ hard to see ] (2.1.5 (a))

Pass 15 Dec 2021 80,100 miles

Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

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

Pass 18 Dec 2020 79,090 miles

Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule both rears (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Fail 17 Dec 2020 79,031 miles

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

Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule both rears (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Pass 3 Jul 2019 76,589 miles
Pass 3 Jul 2018 74,364 miles
Pass 7 Jul 2017 71,462 miles
Pass 8 Jun 2016 68,007 miles

Offside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin all (3.5.1g)

Rear brakes out of balance

Pass 15 Jun 2015 62,968 miles
Pass 16 Jun 2014 57,315 miles
Pass 16 Jul 2013 47,928 miles
Pass 17 Aug 2012 39,522 miles
Fail 16 Aug 2012 39,522 miles

Centre Rear Seat belt locking mechanism does not secure or release (5.2.5a)

Pass 17 Aug 2011 32,529 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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NM08 UVG is a 2008 Saab 9-3 in Black with a 1,910cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.9%.

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 NM08 UVG, 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 NM08 UVG registered?

NM08 UVG is a 2008 Saab 9-3, first registered on 10 August 2008.

Is NM08 UVG safe to buy?

The MOT history for NM08 UVG shows 19 tests with a 78.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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