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WU58 ZVE

2008 Saab 9-3

Grey Diesel 1910cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires17 Dec 2026
Tests18 (15 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

151,322 mi
Last recorded151,322 miles
Recorded on18 Dec 2025
Typical for 2008 Saab 9-387,215 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWU58 ZVE
MakeSaab
Model9-3
Year2008
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,910cc

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MOT History

15 pass 3 fail
Pass 18 Dec 2025 151,322 miles
Pass 8 Jan 2025 141,291 miles

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 29 Jan 2024 124,636 miles
Pass 24 Aug 2022 104,483 miles
Pass 30 Jul 2021 97,999 miles

Nearside Front Wheel bearing slightly noisy (5.1.3 (b) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 31 Jul 2020 92,307 miles

Offside Rear Stop lamp(s) with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.3.1 (a) (i))

Pass 31 Jul 2019 85,530 miles
Fail 29 Jul 2019 85,448 miles

Fuel system component leaking (6.1.3 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

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

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

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

Offside Rear Nail in tyre ()

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

Pass 4 Aug 2018 78,115 miles
Pass 2 Aug 2017 69,883 miles
Pass 4 Aug 2016 62,151 miles
Fail 4 Aug 2016 62,151 miles

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Pass 1 Sep 2015 51,614 miles
Fail 1 Sep 2015 51,614 miles

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Pass 26 Aug 2014 37,144 miles
Pass 10 Sep 2013 33,896 miles
Pass 1 Oct 2012 27,304 miles

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

Pass 15 Sep 2011 20,340 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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WU58 ZVE is a 2008 Saab 9-3 in Grey with a 1,910cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 WU58 ZVE, 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 WU58 ZVE registered?

WU58 ZVE is a 2008 Saab 9-3, first registered on 7 October 2008.

Is WU58 ZVE safe to buy?

The MOT history for WU58 ZVE shows 18 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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