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CP08 OBS

2008 Saab 9-3

Grey Diesel 1910cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 Mar 2020
Tests10 (9 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90%

Mileage

176,720 mi
Last recorded176,720 miles
Recorded on22 Mar 2019
Typical for 2008 Saab 9-387,215 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationCP08 OBS
MakeSaab
Model9-3
Year2008
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,910cc

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MOT History

9 pass 1 fail
Pass 22 Mar 2019 176,720 miles
Pass 1 Feb 2018 166,536 miles
Pass 19 Apr 2017 157,677 miles
Pass 2 Apr 2016 134,932 miles
Pass 11 Apr 2015 105,960 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2014 78,036 miles
Pass 30 Sep 2013 69,047 miles
Pass 16 Oct 2012 53,829 miles

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

Pass 9 Sep 2011 31,186 miles
Fail 9 Sep 2011 31,186 miles

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

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 OBS is a 2008 Saab 9-3 in Grey with a 1,910cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90%.

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 CP08 OBS, 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 OBS registered?

CP08 OBS is a 2008 Saab 9-3, first registered on 1 August 2008.

Is CP08 OBS safe to buy?

The MOT history for CP08 OBS shows 10 tests with a 90% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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