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CLZ 8439

2008 Saab 9-3

Black Diesel 1910cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires28 Oct 2026
Tests19 (16 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate84.2%

Mileage

82,978 mi
Last recorded82,978 miles
Recorded on29 Oct 2025
Typical for 2008 Saab 9-387,215 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationCLZ 8439
MakeSaab
Model9-3
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,910cc

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MOT History

16 pass 3 fail
Pass 29 Oct 2025 82,978 miles

Front Sub-frame is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Rear Sub-frame is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Fail 29 Oct 2025 82,978 miles

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

Front Sub-frame is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Rear Sub-frame is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Pass 24 Oct 2024 78,270 miles

Nearside Rear Inner Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement D bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 12 Oct 2023 74,190 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 25 Oct 2022 67,212 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 8 Oct 2021 63,413 miles
Pass 14 Oct 2020 59,800 miles
Fail 13 Oct 2020 59,800 miles

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

Pass 21 Oct 2019 55,561 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

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

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 24 Oct 2018 48,438 miles

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 25 Oct 2017 42,425 miles
Fail 25 Oct 2017 42,425 miles

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

Pass 20 Oct 2016 38,097 miles
Pass 21 Oct 2015 32,882 miles

Engine cover fitted

Pass 23 Oct 2014 27,442 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Pass 24 Oct 2013 22,481 miles
Pass 24 Oct 2012 16,647 miles
Pass 26 Oct 2011 10,748 miles
Pass 7 Oct 2010 5,586 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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CLZ 8439 is a 2008 Saab 9-3 in Black with a 1,910cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.2%.

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 CLZ 8439, 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 CLZ 8439 registered?

CLZ 8439 is a 2008 Saab 9-3, first registered on 22 February 2008.

Is CLZ 8439 safe to buy?

The MOT history for CLZ 8439 shows 19 tests with a 84.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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