2008 Saab 9-3 2.0L Diesel · PE08 WPL
2008 Saab 9-3 (2.0L, diesel). First registered 03 Mar 2008. Recorded mileage 147,902 miles. MOT valid until 12 Oct 2027.
- Make & Model
- SAAB 9-3
- Year / Origin
- 2008 · Preston
- Safety Recall
- Unknown
- MOT Status
- Valid until 12 Oct 2027
- Road Tax
- —
- Recorded Mileage
- 147,902 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- Non-Compliant (Pre-Euro 6 Diesel)
- Fuel & Engine
- Diesel · 2.0L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
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PE08 WPL Key Findings
- 5 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 07/10/2026
- 147,902 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 2 historical MOT failures
- 3 defects noted at the latest MOT
- Recurring suspension items (6 mentions)
Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.
PE08 WPL 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 (PE08 WPL) between October 2024 and October 2026.
The record contains 3 passes and 2 failures.
The most recent test on 07 October 2026 was a pass, although the earlier record includes 2 failures that buyers may want to investigate.
Across all tests, the most frequently flagged areas are: Suspension (6 issues), Brakes (5 issues), Tyres (5 issues), Lighting (3 issues), Windscreen (1 issue). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.
In total 20 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: “Rear Exhaust emissions likely to be affected by an exhaust leak Rear exhaust section cracked/ leaking (8.2.1.1 (b))”; “Steering column top bearing excessively worn Lower steering shaft u/j excessively worn (2.2.2 (b))”; “Offside Rear Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn Front tie bar ball joint (5.3.4 (a) (i))”.
PE08 WPL Mileage History
- 14/10/2024123,864 mi
- 07/10/2025139,071 mi+15,207 mi
- 13/10/2025139,193 mi+122 mi
- 25/09/2026147,760 mi+8,567 mi
- 07/10/2026147,902 mi+142 mi
Average of roughly 12,148 miles per year across 5 recorded odometer readings.
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MOT Roadworthiness: Average
This rating reflects historical MOT pass rates and recurring advisory wear patterns from official DVSA test logs. Note that roadworthiness does not verify outstanding finance, insurance write-offs, or stolen records.
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