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WR56 WMM

2007 Saab 9-3

Red Diesel 1910cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires16 Nov 2026
Tests25 (17 pass, 8 fail)
Pass rate68%

Mileage

156,884 mi
Last recorded156,884 miles
Recorded on17 Nov 2025
Typical for 2007 Saab 9-386,624 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWR56 WMM
MakeSaab
Model9-3
Year2007
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,910cc

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MOT History

17 pass 8 fail
Pass 17 Nov 2025 156,884 miles

All lights flicker when engine is running

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

Fail 14 Nov 2025 156,884 miles

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

All lights flicker when engine is running

Nearside Front suspension top mounting bearing noisy when steering turned

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

Nearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

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

Pass 15 Nov 2024 154,533 miles

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

Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated both n/s and o/s perished (6.1.7 (g) (i))

Nearside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 15 Nov 2023 151,853 miles

Nearside Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

Offside Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

Fail 15 Nov 2023 151,849 miles

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

Fuel cap/sealing device ineffective (6.1.3 (b) (i))

Nearside Headlamp aim unable to be tested (4.1.2 (b))

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Rear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Nearside Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

Offside Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

Pass 14 Nov 2022 149,208 miles
Fail 14 Nov 2022 149,207 miles

Nearside Front Macpherson strut top bush or bearing has excessive wear or free play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure 225/45zr17 (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 17 Nov 2021 146,097 miles
Fail 15 Nov 2021 146,097 miles

Front Registration plate inscription illegible (0.1 (b))

Front Inner brake pads getting low

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

Offside Front Outer disc corroded

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

Fail 12 Nov 2021 146,091 miles

Exhaust emissions test not completed because smoke levels are significantly in excess of the specified limit values (8.2.2.2 (f))

Nearside Front Shock absorbers has an excessively worn bush top bearing (5.3.2 (c))

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

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

Pass 10 Nov 2020 143,457 miles

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

front discs and brake pads worn

temporary fuel cap fitted but has a positive seal

Pass 31 Oct 2019 140,618 miles

all lights flicker

rear sub frame starting to corrode

temp fuel cap fitted

Fail 30 Oct 2019 140,618 miles

Nearside Front Macpherson strut corroded and seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Macpherson strut top bush or bearing has excessive wear or free play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

all lights flicker

rear sub frame starting to corrode

temp fuel cap fitted

Pass 6 Nov 2018 134,755 miles

covers over outer sill

temporary fuel cap fitted

Pass 26 Oct 2017 128,325 miles

all lights flicker

Fail 25 Oct 2017 128,324 miles

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

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

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Tyre worn close to the legal limit all 4 road tyres 225/45/17 (4.1.E.1)

all lights flicker

Pass 9 Nov 2016 119,846 miles

covers over outer sills

engine cover and under tray fitted

temporary fuel cap fitted

Pass 4 Nov 2015 109,506 miles

approved temporary fuel cap fitted

covers on both sills

slight play in inner rack joints

Pass 6 Nov 2014 96,445 miles

Temporary fuel cap fitted

plastic covers onouter sills

Fail 6 Nov 2014 96,445 miles

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

Temporary fuel cap fitted

plastic covers onouter sills

Pass 11 Nov 2013 82,818 miles

Temporary fuel cap fitted

plastic covers on outer sills

Pass 13 Nov 2012 67,485 miles
Pass 4 Nov 2011 52,071 miles
Pass 10 Nov 2010 38,467 miles
Pass 12 Jan 2010 36,861 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
Full Saab 9-3 reliability report

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WR56 WMM is a 2007 Saab 9-3 in Red with a 1,910cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 25 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 68%.

Across all 2007 Saab 9-3 models, the average MOT pass rate is 74.7% with a typical mileage of 86,624 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 WR56 WMM, 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 19 years old, this Saab 9-3 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was WR56 WMM registered?

WR56 WMM is a 2007 Saab 9-3, first registered on 20 February 2007.

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