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BD08 WHM

2008 Saab 9-3

Blue Diesel 1910cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 Mar 2026
Tests19 (16 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate84.2%

Mileage

108,490 mi
Last recorded108,490 miles
Recorded on3 Mar 2025
Typical for 2008 Saab 9-387,215 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBD08 WHM
MakeSaab
Model9-3
Year2008
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,910cc

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MOT History

16 pass 3 fail
Pass 3 Mar 2025 108,490 miles

Nearside Rear Hydraulic brake calliper slightly damaged but function not impaired slightly stiff in operation (1.1.16 (a) (i))

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

Fail 3 Mar 2025 108,490 miles

Nearside Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))

Nearside Rear Hydraulic brake calliper slightly damaged but function not impaired slightly stiff in operation (1.1.16 (a) (i))

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

Pass 1 Mar 2024 100,517 miles

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

Pass 1 Mar 2023 95,973 miles

Offside Rear Outer Position lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.2.1 (a) (i))

Fail 28 Feb 2023 95,961 miles

Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements front and rear (0.1 (d))

Offside Rear Outer Position lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.2.1 (a) (i))

Pass 4 Feb 2022 91,132 miles

Nearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Offside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Pass 3 Mar 2021 83,286 miles
Pass 13 Jan 2020 74,430 miles

EGR cooler pipe has a slight blow on exhaust side

Fail 13 Jan 2020 74,430 miles

EGR cooler pipe has a slight blow on exhaust side

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 28 Dec 2018 64,518 miles
Pass 6 Jan 2018 57,605 miles
Pass 1 Nov 2016 51,020 miles

rear discs worn and rear pads low

Pass 23 Nov 2015 49,915 miles
Pass 31 Jan 2015 48,433 miles
Pass 10 Feb 2014 44,791 miles
Pass 27 Feb 2013 40,037 miles
Pass 15 Oct 2012 35,774 miles
Pass 10 Jul 2012 35,764 miles
Pass 21 May 2011 24,565 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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BD08 WHM is a 2008 Saab 9-3 in Blue with a 1,910cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.2%.

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 BD08 WHM, 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 BD08 WHM registered?

BD08 WHM is a 2008 Saab 9-3, first registered on 23 May 2008.

Is BD08 WHM safe to buy?

The MOT history for BD08 WHM shows 19 tests with a 84.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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