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AB08 HXH

2008 Saab 9-3

Green Diesel 1910cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires7 Jan 2027
Tests20 (17 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate85%

Mileage

182,654 mi
Last recorded182,654 miles
Recorded on8 Jan 2026
Typical for 2008 Saab 9-387,215 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAB08 HXH
MakeSaab
Model9-3
Year2008
ColourGreen
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,910cc

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MOT History

17 pass 3 fail
Pass 8 Jan 2026 182,654 miles
Pass 13 Feb 2025 174,885 miles
Fail 12 Feb 2025 174,884 miles

Offside Front Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Fail 24 Jan 2025 174,775 miles

Offside Rear Lower Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn outer bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Offside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Rear Inner Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 15 Feb 2024 166,950 miles
Pass 8 Feb 2023 158,899 miles

cracks to nsr tyre side wall

Pass 11 Feb 2022 146,725 miles
Pass 15 Feb 2021 135,604 miles

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

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

Pass 18 Feb 2020 125,681 miles
Pass 11 Feb 2019 108,392 miles
Pass 19 Jun 2018 101,521 miles

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

Pass 29 Jun 2017 89,172 miles
Pass 29 Jun 2016 74,208 miles

Offside Front Inner Tyre worn close to the legal limit edge (4.1.E.1)

Fail 29 Jun 2016 74,208 miles

Nearside Front Inner Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Offside Front Inner Tyre worn close to the legal limit edge (4.1.E.1)

Pass 16 Jun 2015 57,955 miles
Pass 10 Apr 2015 55,738 miles
Pass 9 Apr 2014 43,662 miles
Pass 2 May 2013 35,526 miles
Pass 16 May 2012 30,742 miles
Pass 23 May 2011 29,035 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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AB08 HXH is a 2008 Saab 9-3 in Green with a 1,910cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85%.

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 AB08 HXH, 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 AB08 HXH registered?

AB08 HXH is a 2008 Saab 9-3, first registered on 20 June 2008.

Is AB08 HXH safe to buy?

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