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WU08 PSO

2008 Saab 9-3

Blue Diesel 1910cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires26 Jul 2027
Tests18 (16 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

112,300 mi
Last recorded112,300 miles
Recorded on29 Jun 2026
Typical for 2008 Saab 9-387,215 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWU08 PSO
MakeSaab
Model9-3
Year2008
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,910cc

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MOT History

16 pass 2 fail
Pass 29 Jun 2026 112,300 miles

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

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

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

Pass 17 Jul 2025 109,752 miles

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

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

Pass 18 Jul 2024 106,648 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge tyre worn on inner edge tread 3mm (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge tyre worn bald on outer edge tread 3mm (5.2.3 (e))

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

Pass 18 Jul 2023 103,864 miles
Pass 4 Jul 2022 101,574 miles
Pass 15 Jul 2021 98,972 miles
Fail 15 Jul 2021 98,972 miles

Nearside Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt insecure (2.1.3 (g) (ii))

Pass 27 Jul 2020 97,310 miles
Pass 8 Apr 2019 94,354 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2018 90,394 miles
Pass 19 Apr 2017 81,514 miles

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

Fail 18 Apr 2017 81,514 miles

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

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

Pass 11 Apr 2016 67,685 miles

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

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

Pass 16 Apr 2015 57,060 miles
Pass 22 Apr 2014 47,977 miles
Pass 22 Apr 2013 38,273 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2012 29,461 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2011 23,614 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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WU08 PSO is a 2008 Saab 9-3 in Blue with a 1,910cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

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 WU08 PSO, 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

How do I check the history of WU08 PSO?

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What year was WU08 PSO registered?

WU08 PSO is a 2008 Saab 9-3, first registered on 30 April 2008.

Is WU08 PSO safe to buy?

The MOT history for WU08 PSO shows 18 tests with a 88.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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