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CX08 XOG

2008 Saab 9-3

Red Diesel 1910cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 Oct 2020
Tests14 (10 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

107,165 mi
Last recorded107,165 miles
Recorded on25 Apr 2019
Typical for 2008 Saab 9-387,215 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationCX08 XOG
MakeSaab
Model9-3
Year2008
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,910cc

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MOT History

10 pass 4 fail
Pass 25 Apr 2019 107,165 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3mm (5.2.3 (e))

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view chip in windscreen (3.2 (a) (i))

Fail 24 Apr 2019 107,120 miles

Fuel pipe leaking fuel filter area (6.1.3 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3mm (5.2.3 (e))

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view chip in windscreen (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 24 Apr 2018 89,799 miles
Fail 24 Apr 2018 89,790 miles

Nearside Front Braking system leaking (3.6.A.1)

Pass 24 Apr 2017 74,161 miles
Pass 25 Apr 2016 62,432 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2015 51,699 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2014 41,044 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2013 28,311 miles

both rear tyres cracking in tread

front wipers slightly smearing

rear discs slightly scored

Pass 25 Mar 2013 27,753 miles
Fail 25 Mar 2013 27,753 miles

Offside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Pass 27 Mar 2012 21,808 miles
Pass 29 Mar 2011 16,658 miles
Fail 28 Mar 2011 16,649 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

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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CX08 XOG is a 2008 Saab 9-3 in Red with a 1,910cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

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 CX08 XOG, 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 CX08 XOG registered?

CX08 XOG is a 2008 Saab 9-3, first registered on 31 March 2008.

Is CX08 XOG safe to buy?

The MOT history for CX08 XOG shows 14 tests with a 71.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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