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DL57 HBB

2008 Saab 9-3

Grey Petrol 1998cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires1 Nov 2026
Tests15 (15 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

48,792 mi
Last recorded48,792 miles
Recorded on27 Oct 2025
Typical for 2008 Saab 9-387,215 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDL57 HBB
MakeSaab
Model9-3
Year2008
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,998cc

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MOT History

15 pass
Pass 27 Oct 2025 48,792 miles
Pass 23 Oct 2024 47,443 miles

Offside Rear Wheel bearing slightly noisy (5.1.3 (b) (i))

Pass 9 Oct 2023 45,754 miles
Pass 17 Oct 2022 44,617 miles
Pass 14 Oct 2021 43,226 miles
Pass 19 Oct 2020 42,087 miles
Pass 2 May 2019 39,131 miles
Pass 22 Feb 2018 36,417 miles
Pass 6 Mar 2017 34,215 miles
Pass 14 Mar 2016 33,263 miles
Pass 16 Mar 2015 31,873 miles
Pass 26 Feb 2014 30,762 miles
Pass 11 Mar 2013 29,806 miles
Pass 20 Mar 2012 27,654 miles
Pass 25 Jan 2011 20,423 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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DL57 HBB is a 2008 Saab 9-3 in Grey with a 1,998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 DL57 HBB, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was DL57 HBB registered?

DL57 HBB is a 2008 Saab 9-3, first registered on 13 February 2008.

Is DL57 HBB safe to buy?

The MOT history for DL57 HBB shows 15 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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