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DE08 CEY

2008 Saab 9-3

Black Diesel 1910cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Nov 2018
Tests8 (7 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

98,009 mi
Last recorded98,009 miles
Recorded on16 Nov 2017
Typical for 2008 Saab 9-387,215 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDE08 CEY
MakeSaab
Model9-3
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,910cc

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MOT History

7 pass 1 fail
Pass 16 Nov 2017 98,009 miles

Engine cam belt cover missing

Nearside front tyre inner tyre wall has cut but unable to see ply / cords

Nearside rear tyre inner tyre wall has cracked / deteriorated

Nearside rear wheel slightly grabbing

Nearside side mirror damaged

Oil leak ()

Fail 16 Nov 2017 98,009 miles

Engine cam belt cover missing

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Nearside front tyre inner tyre wall has cut but unable to see ply / cords

Nearside rear tyre inner tyre wall has cracked / deteriorated

Nearside rear wheel slightly grabbing

Nearside side mirror damaged

Oil leak ()

Pass 16 Nov 2016 92,120 miles

Offside Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Offside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

Oil leak ()

Pass 18 Nov 2015 85,857 miles

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

Pass 1 Aug 2014 80,450 miles
Pass 9 Aug 2013 75,630 miles
Pass 19 Jun 2012 57,896 miles

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

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

Pass 28 Jun 2011 38,618 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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DE08 CEY is a 2008 Saab 9-3 in Black with a 1,910cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

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 DE08 CEY, 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 DE08 CEY registered?

DE08 CEY is a 2008 Saab 9-3, first registered on 16 July 2008.

Is DE08 CEY safe to buy?

The MOT history for DE08 CEY shows 8 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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