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CFZ 3850

2008 Saab 9-3

Blue Diesel 1910cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires15 Nov 2026
Tests10 (8 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

184,981 mi
Last recorded184,981 miles
Recorded on14 Nov 2025
Typical for 2008 Saab 9-387,215 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationCFZ 3850
MakeSaab
Model9-3
Year2008
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,910cc

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MOT History

8 pass 2 fail
Pass 14 Nov 2025 184,981 miles
Pass 14 Nov 2024 181,443 miles
Pass 14 Nov 2023 179,373 miles
Pass 15 Nov 2022 177,659 miles
Pass 16 Nov 2021 171,570 miles
Pass 7 Jul 2020 164,642 miles
Fail 3 Jul 2020

Nearside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Lower Suspension component ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Inner Steering linkage ball joint has excessive play rack arm (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Offside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Pass 3 Jul 2019 147,073 miles

Offside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

Fail 2 Jul 2019 147,070 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pipe connection leaking on a hydraulic braking system (1.1.11 (b) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

Pass 11 Jul 2018 125,843 miles

Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases on joint (6.1.2 (a))

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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CFZ 3850 is a 2008 Saab 9-3 in Blue with a 1,910cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 CFZ 3850, 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 CFZ 3850 registered?

CFZ 3850 is a 2008 Saab 9-3, first registered on 16 June 2008.

Is CFZ 3850 safe to buy?

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