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NV08 PBU

2008 Saab 9-3

Grey Petrol 1998cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires9 Jun 2027
Tests17 (16 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.1%

Mileage

39,839 mi
Last recorded39,839 miles
Recorded on29 May 2026
Typical for 2008 Saab 9-387,215 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationNV08 PBU
MakeSaab
Model9-3
Year2008
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,998cc

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MOT History

16 pass 1 fail
Pass 29 May 2026 39,839 miles
Pass 30 May 2025 36,823 miles
Pass 4 Jun 2024 33,126 miles
Pass 22 May 2023 28,668 miles
Pass 30 May 2022 23,575 miles
Pass 17 May 2021 18,831 miles
Pass 10 Jun 2020 17,493 miles
Pass 14 May 2019 16,268 miles
Pass 15 May 2018 15,488 miles
Pass 15 May 2017 14,907 miles
Pass 31 May 2016 14,166 miles
Pass 13 May 2015 13,151 miles
Pass 19 May 2014 11,966 miles

Nail in nearside rear tyre

Pass 29 May 2013 11,604 miles
Fail 29 May 2013 11,604 miles

Offside Front Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

Pass 10 May 2012 10,520 miles

Nearside rear brake juddering slightly (3.7.A.5b)

Pass 20 May 2011 9,997 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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NV08 PBU is a 2008 Saab 9-3 in Grey with a 1,998cc 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 NV08 PBU, 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

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What year was NV08 PBU registered?

NV08 PBU is a 2008 Saab 9-3, first registered on 30 May 2008.

Is NV08 PBU safe to buy?

The MOT history for NV08 PBU 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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