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DG08 VSN

2008 Saab 9-3

Black Diesel 1910cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires4 Jun 2021
Tests17 (10 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate58.8%

Mileage

168,595 mi
Last recorded168,595 miles
Recorded on5 Jun 2020
Typical for 2008 Saab 9-387,215 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDG08 VSN
MakeSaab
Model9-3
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,910cc

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MOT History

10 pass 7 fail
Pass 5 Jun 2020 168,595 miles
Pass 31 May 2019 165,717 miles

Offside Rear light unit cracked.

corrosion in both rear coil springs.

corrosion in rear brake discs.

corrosion starting in o/s/r brake pipe

damage to front bumper.

front brake discs corroded and face scored.

service message light on dash.

Fail 23 May 2019 165,717 miles

Front Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint excessively worn link rod + ( gaiter split) (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Anti-roll bar pin or bush excessively worn D bush worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint excessively worn link rod. (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Anti-roll bar pin or bush excessively worn D bush worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Power steering component leaking steering rack leaking. (2.1.5 (a))

Offside Rear light unit cracked.

corrosion in both rear coil springs.

corrosion in rear brake discs.

corrosion starting in o/s/r brake pipe

damage to front bumper.

front brake discs corroded and face scored.

service message light on dash.

Pass 10 May 2018 152,945 miles

Nearside Front Mudguard insecure broken but still in position ()

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

Nearside Front spotlight grille surround missing

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has slight corrosion to the casing (2.7.2a)

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

Offside Front spotlight broken, glass all gone, not sharp

Offside Rear Shock absorber has slight corrosion to the casing (2.7.2a)

Fail 10 May 2018 152,945 miles

Nearside Front Track rod end loose (2.2.B.1d)

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords 225/45/17 w (4.1.D.1a)

Nearside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 225/45/17 w (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Nearside Front Mudguard insecure broken but still in position ()

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

Nearside Front spotlight grille surround missing

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has slight corrosion to the casing (2.7.2a)

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

Offside Front spotlight broken, glass all gone, not sharp

Offside Rear Shock absorber has slight corrosion to the casing (2.7.2a)

Pass 20 May 2017 142,143 miles

both rear brake calliper springs missing/broken

possible crack in o/s/r wheel, unable to properly due to wheel condition?

rear heatshield insecure

slight bind on o/s/r wheel

slight wear in rear anti-roll bar mounting bushes

Fail 19 May 2017 142,143 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm has excessive play in a pin/bush rear bush (2.4.G.2)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Offside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed 225/45/17w (4.1.D.1b) DANGEROUS

both rear brake calliper springs missing/broken

rear heatshield insecure

slight bind on o/s/r wheel

slight wear in rear anti-roll bar mounting bushes

Pass 20 May 2016 128,540 miles
Fail 20 May 2016 128,540 miles

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Pass 20 May 2015 116,538 miles
Fail 20 May 2015 116,527 miles

Nearside Front coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)

Nearside Front suspension has excessive play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

Pass 21 May 2014 106,936 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

cut in osr tyre

Fail 21 May 2014 106,936 miles

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

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

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

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

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

slight damage to front flexi exhaust but not blowing

Pass 18 Apr 2013 96,611 miles

Nearside Rear Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Pass 9 May 2012 80,347 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Fail 9 May 2012 80,347 miles

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Pass 10 May 2011 59,705 miles

Both front wheels buckled

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
Full Saab 9-3 reliability report

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DG08 VSN is a 2008 Saab 9-3 in Black with a 1,910cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 58.8%.

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 DG08 VSN, 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 DG08 VSN registered?

DG08 VSN is a 2008 Saab 9-3, first registered on 8 April 2008.

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