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CP08 BLJ

2008 Saab 9-3 Vector 150 Bhp

Blue Petrol 2000cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires5 Nov 2026
Tests18 (15 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

85,756 mi
Last recorded85,756 miles
Recorded on4 Nov 2025
Typical for 2008 Saab 9-3 Vector 150 Bhp65,261 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationCP08 BLJ
MakeSaab
Model9-3 Vector 150 Bhp
Year2008
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,000cc

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MOT History

15 pass 3 fail
Pass 4 Nov 2025 85,756 miles
Pass 21 Oct 2024 83,152 miles
Pass 25 Oct 2023 82,572 miles
Pass 27 Oct 2022 81,833 miles

Front Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

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

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

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 23 Oct 2021 80,543 miles
Pass 28 Oct 2020 79,987 miles
Pass 6 Nov 2019 77,766 miles
Fail 6 Nov 2019 77,766 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Pass 14 Feb 2019 70,554 miles

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

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Nearside Rear Stop lamp(s) emits other than a steady red light (4.3.3 (a) (i))

Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured x 2 (4.4.3 (a))

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

Fail 7 Feb 2019 70,554 miles

All direction indicators not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Front Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

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

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Nearside Rear Stop lamp(s) emits other than a steady red light (4.3.3 (a) (i))

Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured x 2 (4.4.3 (a))

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

Pass 10 Jul 2017 67,706 miles

2 X O/SILLS PLASTICS

225/45/17 X 4

SERVICE?-CHECK VEHICLE RECORDS

Pass 23 Jun 2016 62,102 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Fail 23 Jun 2016 62,102 miles

Nearside front brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Pass 22 Jun 2015 55,416 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Nearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Pass 10 Jul 2014 50,310 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2013 40,570 miles
Pass 14 Jun 2012 33,334 miles

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

Pass 26 Apr 2011 22,493 miles

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

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

How Reliable is the Saab 9-3 Vector 150 Bhp?

Based on 6,808 MOT tests across 533 vehicles.

75.7%
Pass Rate
5,410
Miles/Year
24
Year Lifespan
533
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 166
position lamp(s) not working 115
coil spring broken 110
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 98
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 64
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CP08 BLJ is a 2008 Saab 9-3 Vector 150 Bhp in Blue with a 2,000cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

Across all 2008 Saab 9-3 Vector 150 Bhp models, the average MOT pass rate is 79.4% with a typical mileage of 65,261 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Saab 9-3 Vector 150 Bhp fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 166 recorded failures. If you're considering buying CP08 BLJ, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Saab 9-3 Vector 150 Bhp typically stays on UK roads for around 24 years. At 18 years old, this Saab 9-3 Vector 150 Bhp is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was CP08 BLJ registered?

CP08 BLJ is a 2008 Saab 9-3 Vector 150 Bhp, first registered on 29 April 2008.

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