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NV08 WUJ

2008 Saab 9-3

Black Diesel 1910cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 Oct 2024
Tests16 (14 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

182,521 mi
Last recorded182,521 miles
Recorded on25 Sep 2023
Typical for 2008 Saab 9-387,215 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationNV08 WUJ
MakeSaab
Model9-3
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,910cc

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MOT History

14 pass 2 fail
Pass 25 Sep 2023 182,521 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 235/45/17 (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Offside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Pass 4 Oct 2022 178,242 miles

Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Fail 4 Oct 2022 178,242 miles

Front Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Pass 6 Oct 2021 174,900 miles

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

Pass 5 Oct 2020 171,681 miles
Pass 1 Oct 2019 168,244 miles

Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Fail 1 Oct 2019 168,244 miles

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases front flex (6.1.2 (a))

Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Pass 26 Sep 2018 162,735 miles

Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases flexi joint (6.1.2 (a))

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

Pass 22 Sep 2017 155,430 miles

Tyre worn close to the legal limit both front (4.1.E.1)

Pass 25 Aug 2016 148,826 miles
Pass 21 Aug 2015 136,446 miles

Nearside Rear Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush arm bush (2.4.G.2)

Pass 19 Aug 2014 126,712 miles
Pass 4 Sep 2013 120,783 miles
Pass 18 Sep 2012 114,968 miles
Pass 8 Jun 2012 114,020 miles
Pass 2 Jun 2011 86,274 miles

Front registration plate delaminated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Nearside 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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NV08 WUJ is a 2008 Saab 9-3 in Black with a 1,910cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

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 WUJ, 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 WUJ registered?

NV08 WUJ is a 2008 Saab 9-3, first registered on 30 June 2008.

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The MOT history for NV08 WUJ shows 16 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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