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C13 MRC

2008 Saab 9-3

Silver Diesel 1910cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires15 May 2027
Tests12 (12 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

83,758 mi
Last recorded83,758 miles
Recorded on8 May 2026
Typical for 2008 Saab 9-387,215 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationC13 MRC
MakeSaab
Model9-3
Year2008
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,910cc

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MOT History

12 pass
Pass 8 May 2026 83,758 miles
Pass 16 May 2025 83,546 miles
Pass 9 May 2024 81,146 miles
Pass 16 May 2023 78,806 miles
Pass 18 Jan 2018 67,993 miles
Pass 23 Jan 2017 52,763 miles
Pass 10 Jun 2016 50,150 miles
Pass 1 Jul 2015 43,413 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

nearside wiper has small cut in the rubber

Pass 18 Jul 2014 37,535 miles
Pass 17 Jul 2013 32,017 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

n/s rear tyre tread is distorted.

o/s rear tyre tread is distorted .

Pass 25 Jul 2012 26,614 miles
Pass 30 Jun 2011 19,973 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)

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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C13 MRC is a 2008 Saab 9-3 in Silver with a 1,910cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 C13 MRC, 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 C13 MRC registered?

C13 MRC is a 2008 Saab 9-3, first registered on 11 July 2008.

Is C13 MRC safe to buy?

The MOT history for C13 MRC shows 12 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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