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AK08 DXD

2008 Saab 9-3

Black Diesel 1910cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires14 Jun 2027
Tests17 (14 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate82.4%

Mileage

117,236 mi
Last recorded117,236 miles
Recorded on10 Jun 2026
Typical for 2008 Saab 9-387,215 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAK08 DXD
MakeSaab
Model9-3
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,910cc

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MOT History

14 pass 3 fail
Pass 10 Jun 2026 117,236 miles

Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both sides 2mm (5.2.3 (e))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Rear Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both sides (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 13 Jun 2025 113,474 miles

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

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing also wearing on inner edge (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing also wearing on inner edge (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

exhaust flexi has minor leak

Pass 11 Jun 2024 110,870 miles

Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases flexi (6.1.2 (a))

Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 12 Jun 2023 107,775 miles

Front exhaust flexy slight blow

Pass 14 Jun 2022 104,552 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

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

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

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

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

Rear exhaust headshield loose

Fail 14 Jun 2022 104,551 miles

Nearside Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

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

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

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

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

Rear exhaust headshield loose

Pass 15 Jun 2021 98,047 miles

Nearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Offside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Rear brake disc's rusty, possible due to standing? monitor after use

Fail 14 Jun 2021 98,047 miles

Offside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Offside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Rear brake disc's rusty, possible due to standing? monitor after use

Pass 23 Mar 2020 98,037 miles
Pass 27 Mar 2019 91,383 miles

Power steering pipe/hose has slight seepage on rack ?? (2.1.5 (a))

Pass 6 Oct 2017 79,230 miles
Pass 12 Sep 2016 65,198 miles
Pass 15 Sep 2015 49,269 miles
Fail 15 Sep 2015 49,269 miles

Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Pass 18 Sep 2014 37,481 miles
Pass 17 Oct 2013 25,963 miles
Pass 26 Oct 2012 11,943 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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AK08 DXD is a 2008 Saab 9-3 in Black with a 1,910cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 82.4%.

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 AK08 DXD, 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 AK08 DXD registered?

AK08 DXD is a 2008 Saab 9-3, first registered on 12 March 2008.

Is AK08 DXD safe to buy?

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