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EFZ 5221

2008 Saab 9-3 Vector Sport Tid

Silver Diesel 1910cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires6 Mar 2027
Tests7 (5 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

138,806 mi
Last recorded138,806 miles
Recorded on15 Feb 2026
Typical for 2008 Saab 9-3 Vector Sport Tid97,968 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEFZ 5221
MakeSaab
Model9-3 Vector Sport Tid
Year2008
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,910cc

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MOT History

5 pass 2 fail
Pass 15 Feb 2026 138,806 miles
Pass 7 Mar 2025 130,881 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2019 124,369 miles
Fail 13 Apr 2019 123,190 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2018 104,545 miles
Fail 18 Apr 2018 104,217 miles
Pass 18 May 2017 99,272 miles

How Reliable is the Saab 9-3 Vector Sport Tid?

Based on 7,269 MOT tests across 928 vehicles.

73.9%
Pass Rate
8,780
Miles/Year
22
Year Lifespan
928
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 268
coil spring broken 175
position lamp(s) not working 116
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 100
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 100
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EFZ 5221 is a 2008 Saab 9-3 Vector Sport Tid in Silver with a 1,910cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

Across all 2008 Saab 9-3 Vector Sport Tid models, the average MOT pass rate is 74.6% with a typical mileage of 97,968 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 Vector Sport Tid fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 268 recorded failures. If you're considering buying EFZ 5221, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Saab 9-3 Vector Sport Tid typically stays on UK roads for around 22 years. At 18 years old, this Saab 9-3 Vector Sport Tid is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of EFZ 5221?

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What year was EFZ 5221 registered?

EFZ 5221 is a 2008 Saab 9-3 Vector Sport Tid, first registered on 4 June 2008.

Is EFZ 5221 safe to buy?

The MOT history for EFZ 5221 shows 7 tests with a 71.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does EFZ 5221 have outstanding finance?

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