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WV57 MKE

2007 Saab 9-3

Silver Diesel 1910cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires6 Jan 2027
Tests20 (16 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

183,875 mi
Last recorded183,875 miles
Recorded on15 Dec 2025
Typical for 2007 Saab 9-386,624 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWV57 MKE
MakeSaab
Model9-3
Year2007
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,910cc

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MOT History

16 pass 4 fail
Pass 15 Dec 2025 183,875 miles

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

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

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

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

fuel tank damp

Fail 15 Dec 2025 183,875 miles

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

Offside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))

Items removed from driver's view prior to test ()

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

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

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

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

fuel tank damp

Pass 2 Jan 2025 179,482 miles

Nearside Rear Upper Suspension component damaged but not seriously weakened shock mount (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Offside Front Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Rear Nail in tyre ()

Steering column universal joint has slight wear or play (2.2.2 (c))

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Fail 2 Jan 2025 179,482 miles

Offside Front Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Nearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Nearside Rear Upper Suspension component damaged but not seriously weakened shock mount (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Offside Front Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Offside Rear Nail in tyre ()

Steering column universal joint has slight wear or play (2.2.2 (c))

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 14 Dec 2023 175,497 miles

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

slight freeplay detected at steering wheel

Fail 14 Dec 2023 175,491 miles

Nearside Rear Inner Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

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

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

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

slight freeplay detected at sterring wheel

Pass 4 Jan 2023 171,073 miles
Pass 29 Dec 2021 167,413 miles

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

Nearside Rear Valve stem slightly damaged (5.2.3 (j))

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

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

Offside Rear Upper Suspension component damaged but not seriously weakened shock mount (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Valve stem slightly damaged (5.2.3 (j))

Pass 7 Jan 2021 163,931 miles

Offside Rear Upper Suspension component damaged but not seriously weakened shock mount (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 14 Dec 2019 159,496 miles
Pass 11 Dec 2018 150,236 miles
Pass 3 Jan 2018 141,530 miles
Pass 3 Jan 2017 127,545 miles
Pass 17 Dec 2015 117,036 miles

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

Pass 12 Dec 2014 102,605 miles
Pass 18 Dec 2013 87,577 miles
Pass 3 Jan 2013 72,207 miles
Fail 3 Jan 2013 72,207 miles

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

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

Pass 4 Jan 2012 57,202 miles
Pass 7 Jan 2011 40,661 miles

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

o/s/r brake disc corroded

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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WV57 MKE is a 2007 Saab 9-3 in Silver with a 1,910cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 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 WV57 MKE, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was WV57 MKE registered?

WV57 MKE is a 2007 Saab 9-3, first registered on 12 September 2007.

Is WV57 MKE safe to buy?

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