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CE08 TDV

2008 Saab 9-3

Grey Diesel 1910cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 Oct 2025
Tests18 (14 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

161,669 mi
Last recorded161,669 miles
Recorded on30 Sep 2024
Typical for 2008 Saab 9-387,215 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationCE08 TDV
MakeSaab
Model9-3
Year2008
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,910cc

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MOT History

14 pass 4 fail
Pass 30 Sep 2024 161,669 miles
Pass 5 Oct 2023 151,798 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Nearside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing wearing uneven on inside edge (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Nearside Rear Upper Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Upper Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 10 Oct 2022 142,997 miles

Nearside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Offside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Fail 10 Oct 2022 142,997 miles

Offside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Offside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Pass 1 Oct 2021 135,825 miles
Pass 13 Oct 2020 130,503 miles
Fail 13 Oct 2020 130,503 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Seat belt buckle not functioning as intended very slow retraction (7.1.2 (d))

Offside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))

Pass 29 May 2019 119,625 miles
Pass 4 Jun 2018 110,346 miles
Pass 26 May 2017 97,973 miles
Fail 24 May 2017 97,932 miles

Trailer electrical socket (13 pin) not operating the trailer lamps as intended (1.9.4)

Offside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Pass 23 May 2016 84,461 miles
Fail 23 May 2016 84,461 miles

Nearside Rear Inner Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Pass 3 Jun 2015 71,289 miles
Pass 30 Apr 2014 64,072 miles
Pass 19 Apr 2013 55,552 miles
Pass 5 May 2012 46,483 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 10 Mar 2011 34,869 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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CE08 TDV 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 77.8%.

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 CE08 TDV, 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.

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What year was CE08 TDV registered?

CE08 TDV is a 2008 Saab 9-3, first registered on 12 March 2008.

Is CE08 TDV safe to buy?

The MOT history for CE08 TDV shows 18 tests with a 77.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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