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A16 DMR

2008 Saab 9-3

Blue Diesel 1910cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires22 Jul 2026
Tests16 (15 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.8%

Mileage

46,654 mi
Last recorded46,654 miles
Recorded on14 Jul 2025
Typical for 2008 Saab 9-387,215 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationA16 DMR
MakeSaab
Model9-3
Year2008
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,910cc

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MOT History

15 pass 1 fail
Pass 14 Jul 2025 46,654 miles

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 23 Jul 2024 44,772 miles

Direction indicator slightly discoloured Both rear (4.4.3 (a))

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Fail 20 Jul 2024 44,758 miles

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

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

Direction indicator slightly discoloured Both rear (4.4.3 (a))

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 19 Jul 2023 43,855 miles

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened slight corrosion to disc faces (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 6 Jul 2022 42,866 miles

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

slight corrosion to rear brake discs

Pass 19 Jul 2021 37,875 miles

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing slight perishing splits to all tyres (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

slight corrosion to rear brake discs

Pass 22 Jul 2020 37,361 miles
Pass 24 Jun 2019 36,338 miles
Pass 27 Jun 2018 35,031 miles

slight surface rusting to rear brake discs

Pass 26 Jun 2017 33,753 miles

Offside Front Nail in tyre ()

Pass 8 Jun 2016 31,407 miles

nail in offside front tyre

Pass 21 Apr 2015 28,973 miles

SMALL BEAM DEFLECTORS FITTED TO HEADLAMPS BUT NOT EFFECTING PATTERN AT THIS TIME

Pass 16 Apr 2014 23,758 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2013 18,060 miles

front wipers smear slightly

Pass 15 Mar 2012 15,033 miles
Pass 10 Mar 2011 11,870 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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A16 DMR is a 2008 Saab 9-3 in Blue with a 1,910cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.8%.

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 A16 DMR, 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 A16 DMR registered?

A16 DMR is a 2008 Saab 9-3, first registered on 10 March 2008.

Is A16 DMR safe to buy?

The MOT history for A16 DMR shows 16 tests with a 93.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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