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DV08 CYC

2008 Saab 9-3

Black Diesel 1910cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 Dec 2025
Tests13 (11 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate84.6%

Mileage

141,486 mi
Last recorded141,486 miles
Recorded on3 Dec 2024
Typical for 2008 Saab 9-387,215 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDV08 CYC
MakeSaab
Model9-3
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,910cc

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MOT History

11 pass 2 fail
Pass 3 Dec 2024 141,486 miles
Pass 20 Sep 2023 126,408 miles
Pass 23 Jul 2022 111,068 miles
Pass 17 Jul 2021
Fail 15 Jul 2021 101,637 miles
Pass 17 Jul 2019 89,518 miles
Pass 14 Jul 2018 77,865 miles
Pass 5 Jul 2017 65,694 miles
Pass 29 May 2014 56,942 miles
Pass 29 May 2013 39,444 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 29 Mar 2012 26,843 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

fuel filter damp

o/s/r tyre weathering/cracking between treads advise to change

Fail 29 Mar 2012 26,843 miles

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

fuel filter damp

o/s/r tyre weathering/cracking between treads advise to change

Pass 31 Mar 2011 20,998 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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DV08 CYC is a 2008 Saab 9-3 in Black with a 1,910cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.6%.

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 DV08 CYC, 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 DV08 CYC registered?

DV08 CYC is a 2008 Saab 9-3, first registered on 31 March 2008.

Is DV08 CYC safe to buy?

The MOT history for DV08 CYC shows 13 tests with a 84.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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