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CP08 NZS

2008 Saab 9-3

Blue Diesel 1910cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Mar 2023
Tests16 (12 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

160,807 mi
Last recorded160,807 miles
Recorded on11 Mar 2022
Typical for 2008 Saab 9-387,215 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationCP08 NZS
MakeSaab
Model9-3
Year2008
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,910cc

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MOT History

12 pass 4 fail
Pass 11 Mar 2022 160,807 miles

front brake discs corroded/worn

front coil springs corroded

n/s/r tyre 3mm tread

o/s/f wheel arch corroded

oil leak

rear coil springs corroded

Fail 11 Mar 2022 160,807 miles

Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

front brake discs corroded/worn

front coil springs corroded

n/s/r tyre 3mm tread

o/s/f wheel arch corroded

oil leak

rear coil springs corroded

Pass 19 Mar 2021 116,750 miles

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

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

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

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

Fail 19 Mar 2021 116,747 miles

Passenger's seat backrest cannot be secured in the upright position. (6.2.6 (a) (i))

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

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

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

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

Pass 24 Mar 2020 99,145 miles

Central Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases at flexi (6.1.2 (a))

Fail 24 Mar 2020 99,145 miles

Central Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases at flexi (6.1.2 (a))

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

Offside Rear Inner Position lamp showing white light to the rear (4.2.3 (a) (ii))

Pass 25 Feb 2019 95,400 miles

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

Front Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Pass 27 Feb 2018 89,058 miles
Pass 28 Feb 2017 84,709 miles
Pass 26 Feb 2016 79,123 miles
Pass 27 Feb 2015 74,091 miles
Pass 30 Oct 2013 67,668 miles
Pass 22 Apr 2013 65,387 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Nearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Nearside Obligatory mirror damaged, but not seriously affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)

Nearside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Offside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Offside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Pass 1 May 2012 55,560 miles
Fail 30 Apr 2012 55,051 miles

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Pass 20 Jun 2011 33,480 miles

nail in offside rear tyre and perished on tread

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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CP08 NZS is a 2008 Saab 9-3 in Blue with a 1,910cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 CP08 NZS, 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 CP08 NZS registered?

CP08 NZS is a 2008 Saab 9-3, first registered on 14 July 2008.

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