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C1 CSN

2008 Saab 9-3

Blue Diesel 1910cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires24 Jun 2027
Tests21 (17 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate81%

Mileage

113,006 mi
Last recorded113,006 miles
Recorded on22 Jun 2026
Typical for 2008 Saab 9-387,215 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationC1 CSN
MakeSaab
Model9-3
Year2008
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,910cc

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MOT History

17 pass 4 fail
Pass 22 Jun 2026 113,006 miles
Pass 24 Jun 2025 112,763 miles
Pass 25 Jun 2024 110,809 miles
Pass 22 Jun 2023 109,000 miles
Pass 29 Jul 2022 108,674 miles
Fail 29 Jul 2022 108,671 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Offside Front 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 29 Jul 2021 106,392 miles
Fail 23 Jul 2021 106,389 miles

Front Brakes imbalanced across an axle (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Pass 28 Jul 2020 103,923 miles
Pass 26 Jul 2019 100,161 miles
Pass 27 Jul 2018 95,703 miles
Pass 28 Jul 2017 91,204 miles

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

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

Fail 28 Jul 2017 91,204 miles

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

Nearside Front Braking system leaking (3.6.A.1)

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

Pass 25 May 2016 82,603 miles

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

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

Pass 26 May 2015 74,992 miles
Pass 28 May 2014 69,214 miles
Pass 29 May 2013 63,711 miles
Pass 28 May 2013 63,687 miles
Fail 25 May 2013 63,687 miles

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

Pass 29 May 2012 57,718 miles
Pass 3 Dec 2011 55,232 miles

Nearside 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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C1 CSN is a 2008 Saab 9-3 in Blue with a 1,910cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81%.

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 C1 CSN, 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 C1 CSN?

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What year was C1 CSN registered?

C1 CSN is a 2008 Saab 9-3, first registered on 26 November 2008.

Is C1 CSN safe to buy?

The MOT history for C1 CSN shows 21 tests with a 81% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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