2007 Saab 9-3 1.8L Petrol · S88 WCH
2007 Saab 9-3 (1.8L, petrol). First registered 17 Sept 2007. Recorded mileage 152,946 miles. MOT expired on 21 Dec 2025.
- Make & Model
- SAAB 9-3
- Year / Origin
- 2007 · Glasgow
- Safety Recall
- Unknown
- MOT Status
- Expired on 21 Dec 2025
- Road Tax
- —
- Recorded Mileage
- 152,946 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- ULEZ Compliant (Euro 4+)
- Fuel & Engine
- Petrol · 1.8L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
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S88 WCH Key Findings
- 5 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 19/12/2024
- 152,946 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 2 historical MOT failures
- 8 defects noted at the latest MOT
- Recurring tyres items (13 mentions)
Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.
S88 WCH 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 2007 Saab 9-3 (S88 WCH) between September 2022 and December 2024.
The record contains 3 passes and 2 failures.
The most recent test on 19 December 2024 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: Tyres (13 issues), Suspension (6 issues), Windscreen (4 issues), Lighting (4 issues), Exhaust & Emissions (2 issues). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.
In total 34 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: “Central Front Exhaust emissions likely to be affected by an exhaust leak split at flexi (8.2.2.1 (b))”; “Central Rear Seat belt buckle not functioning as intended Buckle (7.1.2 (d))”; “Nearside Front Macpherson strut insecurely attached (5.3.3 (a) (i))”.
S88 WCH Mileage History
- 07/09/2022124,343 mi
- 12/09/2022124,344 mi+1 mi
- 22/12/2023140,716 mi+16,372 mi
- 03/12/2024152,937 mi+12,221 mi
- 19/12/2024152,946 mi+9 mi
Average of roughly 12,531 miles per year across 5 recorded odometer readings.
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Known faults for Saab Saab 9-3 NG
Our database tracks 4 specific mechanical faults and recurring failure patterns identified across UK MOT testing stations for this generation.
MOT Roadworthiness: Poor
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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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