2008 Saab 9-3 1.9L Diesel · DG08 NCY
2008 Saab 9-3 (1.9L, diesel). First registered 29 Mar 2008. Recorded mileage 93,072 miles. MOT valid until 07 Jul 2027. Taxed until 01 Nov 2026.
- Make & Model
- SAAB 9-3
- Year / Origin
- 2008 · Chester
- Safety Recall
- Unknown
- MOT Status
- Valid until 07 Jul 2027
- Road Tax
- Taxed (01 Nov 2026)
- Recorded Mileage
- 93,072 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- Non-Compliant (Pre-Euro 6 Diesel)
- Fuel & Engine
- Diesel · 1.9L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
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DG08 NCY Key Findings
- 5 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 09/07/2026
- 93,072 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 1 historical MOT failure
- 11 defects noted at the latest MOT
- Recurring lighting items (10 mentions)
Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.
DG08 NCY MOT History
Interpretation generated from the recorded test data above — not an official DVSA statement and not a substitute for an independent inspection.
5 MOT tests are recorded for this 2008 Saab 9-3 (DG08 NCY) between July 2023 and July 2026.
The record contains 4 passes and 1 failure.
The most recent test on 09 July 2026 was a pass, although the earlier record includes 1 failure that buyers may want to investigate.
Across all tests, the most frequently flagged areas are: Lighting (10 issues), Tyres (10 issues), Brakes (5 issues), Steering (2 issues). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.
In total 31 advisory notices are recorded. Advisories flag items that passed but may need attention before the next test; they are not evidence of how well the vehicle has been serviced.
Recorded failure items include: “Offside Rear Stop lamp(s) emits other than a steady red light (4.3.3 (a) (ii))”; “Nearside Rear Stop lamp(s) emits other than a steady red light (4.3.3 (a) (ii))”; “Nearside Rear Inner Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))”.
DG08 NCY Mileage History
- 04/07/202383,062 mi
- 26/06/202486,482 mi+3,420 mi
- 07/07/202589,502 mi+3,020 mi
- 07/07/202693,068 mi+3,566 mi
- 09/07/202693,072 mi+4 mi
Average of roughly 3,321 miles per year across 5 recorded odometer readings.
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MOT Roadworthiness: Good
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- CIM (Column Integration Module) FailureSerious
The module in the steering column fails, leading to key non-recognition or stability control errors.
- Rear Suspension "Rose Bush" WearModerate
The outer bushings on the rear trailing arms wear out, causing the rear wheels to "steer" the car.
- Intake Valve Wear (Cold Start)Serious
2007-2009 petrol models can suffer from soft intake valves that lose compression when cold.
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