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AV08 EMK

2008 Saab 9-3

Grey Diesel 1910cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires12 Jan 2027
Tests19 (15 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate78.9%

Mileage

35,272 mi
Last recorded35,272 miles
Recorded on13 Jan 2026
Typical for 2008 Saab 9-387,215 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAV08 EMK
MakeSaab
Model9-3
Year2008
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,910cc

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MOT History

15 pass 4 fail
Pass 13 Jan 2026 35,272 miles
Pass 2 Sep 2024 32,489 miles
Pass 22 Aug 2023 29,553 miles
Pass 27 Aug 2022 27,998 miles

Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Pass 10 Aug 2021 25,065 miles

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

Offside Obligatory mirror slightly damaged glass slightly discoloured (3.3 (b) (i))

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

Fail 10 Aug 2021 25,065 miles

Brake fluid contaminated (1.8 (a))

Both front tyres worn on edges

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

Offside Obligatory mirror slightly damaged glass slightly discoloured (3.3 (b) (i))

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

Pass 21 Aug 2020 25,031 miles

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

Pass 5 Aug 2019 24,032 miles
Fail 5 Aug 2019 24,032 miles

Offside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))

Pass 14 Aug 2018 22,863 miles
Pass 15 Aug 2017 21,560 miles
Fail 14 Aug 2017 21,559 miles

Offside Rear Outer Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Nearside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Offside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Pass 12 Aug 2016 19,684 miles

Offside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 23 Apr 2015 18,721 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Rear brake disc surfaces slightly corroded

Fail 23 Apr 2015 18,721 miles

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Rear brake disc surfaces slightly corroded

Pass 31 Mar 2014 17,707 miles

Offside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 11 Mar 2013 15,020 miles
Pass 8 Mar 2012 11,213 miles
Pass 10 Mar 2011 8,401 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 EMK is a 2008 Saab 9-3 in Grey with a 1,910cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.9%.

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 EMK, 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 AV08 EMK registered?

AV08 EMK is a 2008 Saab 9-3, first registered on 14 March 2008.

Is AV08 EMK safe to buy?

The MOT history for AV08 EMK shows 19 tests with a 78.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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