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B19 EGG

2008 Saab 9-3

Black Diesel 1910cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires23 Jun 2027
Tests21 (16 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate76.2%

Mileage

138,096 mi
Last recorded138,096 miles
Recorded on24 Jun 2026
Typical for 2008 Saab 9-387,215 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationB19 EGG
MakeSaab
Model9-3
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,910cc

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MOT History

16 pass 5 fail
Pass 24 Jun 2026 138,096 miles

Indicator switch faulty (4.4.2 (a) (i))

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

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

Fail 28 May 2026 138,092 miles

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively insucure (3.4 (b) (ii))

Indicator switch faulty (4.4.2 (a) (i))

Pass 23 May 2025 137,438 miles

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

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

Fail 6 May 2025 137,430 miles

Horn not working (7.7 (a))

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Power steering component leaking boot (2.1.5 (a))

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Power steering malfunctioning (2.1.5 (a))

Pass 11 Dec 2023 135,586 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

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 9 Dec 2022 132,368 miles

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

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 15 Dec 2021 128,657 miles
Pass 30 Mar 2021 123,926 miles
Fail 30 Mar 2021 123,926 miles

Offside Rear Registration plate lamp does not illuminate simultaneously with the position lamps (4.7.2 (a))

Pass 29 Feb 2020 122,014 miles
Fail 29 Feb 2020 122,014 miles

Nearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 12 Feb 2019 114,113 miles
Pass 26 Feb 2018 107,837 miles
Pass 1 Mar 2017 104,281 miles
Pass 2 Mar 2016 94,347 miles
Fail 29 Feb 2016 94,345 miles

Offside Front coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)

Offside Rear Passenger's seat cannot be secured in the upright position. (6.2.A.2)

Nearside Front tyre worn on outer edge

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit both sides (4.1.E.1)

Rear both tyres cracked between treads

Pass 23 Feb 2015 86,815 miles
Pass 8 Mar 2014 74,193 miles
Pass 7 Mar 2013 64,936 miles
Pass 31 Jan 2012 40,963 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

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

Pass 5 Feb 2011 30,335 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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B19 EGG is a 2008 Saab 9-3 in Black with a 1,910cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.2%.

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 B19 EGG, 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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B19 EGG is a 2008 Saab 9-3, first registered on 1 February 2008.

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