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BN08 PZA

2008 Saab 9-3

Grey Diesel 1910cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires22 Jan 2027
Tests19 (16 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate84.2%

Mileage

92,754 mi
Last recorded92,754 miles
Recorded on16 Jan 2026
Typical for 2008 Saab 9-387,215 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBN08 PZA
MakeSaab
Model9-3
Year2008
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,910cc

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MOT History

16 pass 3 fail
Pass 16 Jan 2026 92,754 miles
Pass 16 Jan 2025 90,133 miles
Fail 9 Jan 2025 90,110 miles

Offside Rear Lower Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn outer (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 15 Jan 2024 86,967 miles

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

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

Pass 16 Jan 2023 82,623 miles
Pass 17 Jan 2022 78,460 miles
Pass 19 Jan 2021 74,864 miles
Pass 23 Jan 2020 72,100 miles
Pass 17 Jan 2019 67,343 miles
Pass 13 Mar 2018 66,190 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

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

Pass 7 Mar 2017 63,399 miles
Pass 8 Mar 2016 61,660 miles

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

Pass 10 Mar 2015 59,028 miles
Fail 10 Mar 2015 59,028 miles

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

Pass 25 Feb 2014 54,181 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Pass 5 Mar 2013 45,084 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

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

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

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

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

rear tyres cracked

Pass 7 Mar 2012 36,097 miles
Pass 4 Mar 2011 27,753 miles
Fail 4 Mar 2011 27,753 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

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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BN08 PZA 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 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 BN08 PZA, 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

How do I check the history of BN08 PZA?

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What year was BN08 PZA registered?

BN08 PZA is a 2008 Saab 9-3, first registered on 14 March 2008.

Is BN08 PZA safe to buy?

The MOT history for BN08 PZA 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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