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AV08 EDX

2008 Saab 9-3

Blue Diesel 1910cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 Aug 2026
Tests18 (15 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

140,177 mi
Last recorded140,177 miles
Recorded on22 Aug 2025
Typical for 2008 Saab 9-387,215 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAV08 EDX
MakeSaab
Model9-3
Year2008
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,910cc

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MOT History

15 pass 3 fail
Pass 22 Aug 2025 140,177 miles

Nearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view Chip (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 9 Jul 2024 132,457 miles

Front Brake hose slightly twisted Both (1.1.12 (b) (i))

Front Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view Chipped (3.2 (a) (i))

Fail 21 Jun 2024 132,320 miles

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

Front Brake hose slightly twisted Both (1.1.12 (b) (i))

Front Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Rear Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing Both corroded (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 9 Jun 2023 126,036 miles

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

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

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

Offside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

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

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 9 Jun 2022 113,927 miles

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 24 Jun 2021 104,422 miles
Fail 22 Jun 2021 104,422 miles

Offside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 24 Jun 2020 103,045 miles
Fail 24 Jun 2020 103,045 miles

Offside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 12 Jun 2019 99,095 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2018 95,804 miles
Pass 19 Jun 2017 92,370 miles
Pass 10 May 2016 84,308 miles
Pass 12 May 2015 74,492 miles
Pass 8 May 2014 64,880 miles
Pass 10 May 2013 55,609 miles
Pass 15 May 2012 45,665 miles
Pass 11 May 2011 35,781 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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AV08 EDX is a 2008 Saab 9-3 in Blue with a 1,910cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 AV08 EDX, 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.

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What year was AV08 EDX registered?

AV08 EDX is a 2008 Saab 9-3, first registered on 17 May 2008.

Is AV08 EDX safe to buy?

The MOT history for AV08 EDX shows 18 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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