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DV08 CZE

2008 Saab 9-3

Blue Diesel 1910cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Oct 2025
Tests17 (13 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate76.5%

Mileage

128,509 mi
Last recorded128,509 miles
Recorded on31 Oct 2024
Typical for 2008 Saab 9-387,215 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDV08 CZE
MakeSaab
Model9-3
Year2008
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,910cc

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MOT History

13 pass 4 fail
Pass 31 Oct 2024 128,509 miles

Nearside Rear Brake caliper retaining clip missing

Fail 18 Sep 2024 128,504 miles

Central Seat belt not functioning as intended (7.1.2 (c))

Electronic stability control warning lamp indicates a fault (7.12 (e))

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

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

Headlamp switch does not immediately illuminate all main beam headlamps (4.1.3 (a))

Pass 25 Aug 2023 126,521 miles

Headlamp switch does not immediately illuminate all main beam headlamps (4.1.3 (a))

Nearside Rear Nail in tyre ()

Offside Steering rack gaiter damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))

Wiper blades smeary

Fail 24 Aug 2023 126,521 miles

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

Headlamp switch does not immediately illuminate all main beam headlamps (4.1.3 (a))

Nearside Rear Nail in tyre ()

Offside Steering rack gaiter damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))

Wiper blades smeary

Pass 8 Jul 2022 123,815 miles

Both front shock absorbers rusty

Headlamp switch does not immediately illuminate all main beam headlamps (4.1.3 (a))

Offside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

wiper blades smeary

Fail 7 Jul 2022 123,815 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Both front shock absorbers rusty

Headlamp switch does not immediately illuminate all main beam headlamps (4.1.3 (a))

Offside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

wiper blades smeary

Pass 19 Mar 2021 120,907 miles

Headlamp switch does not immediately illuminate all main beam headlamps (4.1.3 (a))

Nearside Front Brake caliper retaining clip missing

Nearside Rear Nail in tyre ()

Nearside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords Cuts inner wall (5.2.3 (d) (i))

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

Offside Front Brake caliper retaining clip missing

Offside Front Steering rack gaiter damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))

Offside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords Cuts inner wall (5.2.3 (d) (i))

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

wiper blades smeary

Pass 21 Jun 2019 114,406 miles
Pass 6 Jul 2018 111,674 miles
Pass 21 Jun 2017 106,943 miles
Pass 15 Jul 2016 100,941 miles
Fail 15 Jul 2016 100,941 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 17 Jul 2015 92,074 miles
Pass 30 Jun 2014 81,516 miles
Pass 6 Jul 2013 67,203 miles
Pass 2 May 2012 53,816 miles
Pass 13 May 2011 41,931 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 CZE is a 2008 Saab 9-3 in Blue with a 1,910cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.5%.

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 DV08 CZE, 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 CZE registered?

DV08 CZE is a 2008 Saab 9-3, first registered on 19 May 2008.

Is DV08 CZE safe to buy?

The MOT history for DV08 CZE shows 17 tests with a 76.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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