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DV08 CZX

2008 Saab 9-3

Grey Diesel 1910cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Aug 2019
Tests11 (8 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate72.7%

Mileage

227,757 mi
Last recorded227,757 miles
Recorded on30 Aug 2018
Typical for 2008 Saab 9-387,215 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDV08 CZX
MakeSaab
Model9-3
Year2008
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,910cc

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MOT History

8 pass 3 fail
Pass 30 Aug 2018 227,757 miles
Fail 30 Aug 2018 227,757 miles

Offside Rear Stop lamp(s) showing white light to the rear (4.3.3 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Pass 26 Aug 2017 191,253 miles

Offside Rear fog lamp slightly discoloured (1.3.2e)

Pass 13 Jun 2016 155,026 miles
Fail 20 May 2016 152,493 miles

Centre Front registration plate delaminated Likely to be mis-read (6.3.1d)

Centre Rear registration plate delaminated Likely to be mis-read (6.3.1d)

Offside Front Upper Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Wheel stud(s) missing (4.2.A.1e)

Nearside Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Offside Front Engine tray insecure

Pass 28 Apr 2015 107,550 miles

Some offside front wheel bearing noise

Pass 25 Apr 2014 96,036 miles

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

unable to check n/s/f seatbelt child seat fitted at time of test

Fail 19 Apr 2014 95,817 miles

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

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

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

Pass 6 Apr 2013 75,824 miles

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

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

Pass 12 Apr 2012 58,201 miles
Pass 12 Apr 2011 40,977 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 CZX is a 2008 Saab 9-3 in Grey with a 1,910cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.7%.

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 DV08 CZX, 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 DV08 CZX registered?

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

Is DV08 CZX safe to buy?

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