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CA08 YOD

2008 Saab 9-3

Grey Diesel 1910cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires7 Jun 2027
Tests18 (16 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

96,906 mi
Last recorded96,906 miles
Recorded on21 May 2026
Typical for 2008 Saab 9-387,215 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationCA08 YOD
MakeSaab
Model9-3
Year2008
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,910cc

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MOT History

16 pass 2 fail
Pass 21 May 2026 96,906 miles
Pass 4 Jun 2025 95,771 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 28 May 2024 94,957 miles
Pass 31 May 2023 93,705 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Upper Suspension component pin or bush slightly worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 8 Jun 2022 92,529 miles
Pass 5 May 2021 91,695 miles
Pass 6 Feb 2020 90,385 miles

Nearside Front ns/f anti roll bar link arm top gaiter slightly split

Pass 11 Feb 2019 82,611 miles
Pass 6 Feb 2018 76,333 miles
Pass 3 Feb 2017 65,461 miles

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

Offside Rear Upper Brake pipe slightly corroded unions above fuel tank (3.6.B.2c)

Fail 3 Feb 2017 65,461 miles

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

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

Offside Rear Upper Brake pipe slightly corroded unions above fuel tank (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 10 Feb 2016 59,393 miles
Pass 13 Feb 2015 53,986 miles
Pass 23 Jun 2014 49,509 miles
Pass 27 Jun 2013 41,482 miles
Fail 27 Jun 2013 41,482 miles

Headlamp aim too high and too far to the left. (1.8)

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

Pass 28 Jun 2012 32,577 miles
Pass 27 Jun 2011 23,409 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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CA08 YOD is a 2008 Saab 9-3 in Grey with a 1,910cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

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 CA08 YOD, 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 CA08 YOD registered?

CA08 YOD is a 2008 Saab 9-3, first registered on 28 June 2008.

Is CA08 YOD safe to buy?

The MOT history for CA08 YOD shows 18 tests with a 88.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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