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CX08 XOS

2008 Saab 9-3

Silver Diesel 1910cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires10 Aug 2027
Tests18 (17 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.4%

Mileage

126,283 mi
Last recorded126,283 miles
Recorded on5 Aug 2026
Typical for 2008 Saab 9-387,215 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationCX08 XOS
MakeSaab
Model9-3
Year2008
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,910cc

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MOT History

17 pass 1 fail
Pass 5 Aug 2026 126,283 miles

Central Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases Flexible joint. (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 23 Jul 2025 122,366 miles
Fail 22 Jul 2025 122,361 miles

Nearside Front Inner Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure Sidewall cracked exposing sidewall cords. (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 31 Jul 2024 117,757 miles
Pass 31 Jul 2023 115,486 miles
Pass 12 Jul 2022 113,672 miles
Pass 16 Jul 2021 109,384 miles
Pass 11 Aug 2020 107,040 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2019 102,580 miles
Pass 10 May 2018 98,396 miles
Pass 7 Jun 2017 91,993 miles
Pass 10 Jun 2016 83,979 miles
Pass 18 May 2015 75,308 miles
Pass 29 May 2014 67,131 miles
Pass 16 May 2013 57,921 miles

n/s/ and o/s rear tyres cracking around tread.

Pass 11 Jun 2012 48,251 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2011 40,648 miles
Pass 4 Apr 2011 40,272 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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CX08 XOS is a 2008 Saab 9-3 in Silver with a 1,910cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.4%.

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 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 CX08 XOS, 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 XOS registered?

CX08 XOS is a 2008 Saab 9-3, first registered on 6 April 2008.

Is CX08 XOS safe to buy?

The MOT history for CX08 XOS shows 18 tests with a 94.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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