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RV08 WAU

2008 Saab 9-3

White Diesel 1910cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 Feb 2018
Tests12 (8 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

115,033 mi
Last recorded115,033 miles
Recorded on28 Jan 2017
Typical for 2008 Saab 9-387,215 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRV08 WAU
MakeSaab
Model9-3
Year2008
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,910cc

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MOT History

8 pass 4 fail
Pass 28 Jan 2017 115,033 miles
Fail 26 Jan 2017 115,033 miles

Nearside Side repeater not working (1.4.A.2c)

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

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

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

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 2 Feb 2016 127,140 miles
Fail 1 Feb 2016 127,140 miles

Fuel system component leaking @ filter (7.2.3)

Nearside Front Wheel stud(s) missing (4.2.A.1e)

Offside Front Wheel stud(s) missing (4.2.A.1e)

Offside Front Wheel stud(s) missing (4.2.A.1e)

Offside Rear Wheel stud(s) missing (4.2.A.1e)

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

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

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

Pass 6 Feb 2015 101,669 miles

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

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

Pass 6 Feb 2014 90,669 miles
Fail 25 Mar 2013 80,139 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

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

Nearside Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Pass 25 Mar 2013 80,139 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

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

Pass 13 Mar 2012 62,883 miles
Fail 13 Mar 2012 62,883 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 26 Aug 2011 54,771 miles
Pass 11 Mar 2011 52,404 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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RV08 WAU is a 2008 Saab 9-3 in White with a 1,910cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 RV08 WAU, 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 RV08 WAU registered?

RV08 WAU is a 2008 Saab 9-3, first registered on 7 March 2008.

Is RV08 WAU safe to buy?

The MOT history for RV08 WAU shows 12 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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