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LA08 BZC

2008 Saab 9-3

Grey Petrol 1998cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires9 Jul 2027
Tests21 (16 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate76.2%

Mileage

39,851 mi
Last recorded39,851 miles
Recorded on29 Jun 2026
Typical for 2008 Saab 9-387,215 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLA08 BZC
MakeSaab
Model9-3
Year2008
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,998cc

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MOT History

16 pass 5 fail
Pass 29 Jun 2026 39,851 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 30 Jun 2025 38,729 miles
Fail 30 Jun 2025 38,729 miles

Main beam tell-tale not working (4.9.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Position lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.2.1 (a) (i))

Offside stop lamp substitute lamp in operation

Pass 26 Jun 2024 37,411 miles
Fail 26 Jun 2024 37,411 miles

Dipswitch does not operate immediately when selected on main beam (4.1.3 (b))

Pass 10 Jul 2023 36,263 miles
Pass 16 Jun 2022 34,989 miles
Fail 16 Jun 2022 34,987 miles

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

Pass 17 Jun 2021 33,340 miles
Pass 23 Jun 2020 31,814 miles

Offside Front Nail in tyre

Pass 3 Jun 2019 30,286 miles
Pass 21 Jun 2018 28,687 miles
Pass 17 Aug 2017 27,207 miles

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

Fail 17 Aug 2017 27,207 miles

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

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

Pass 24 Jun 2016 24,501 miles
Fail 24 Jun 2016 24,501 miles

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Pass 18 Jun 2015 22,170 miles
Pass 27 Jun 2014 19,796 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2013 17,911 miles
Pass 21 Jun 2012 15,269 miles
Pass 20 Jun 2011 12,332 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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LA08 BZC is a 2008 Saab 9-3 in Grey with a 1,998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.2%.

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 LA08 BZC, 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

How do I check the history of LA08 BZC?

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What year was LA08 BZC registered?

LA08 BZC is a 2008 Saab 9-3, first registered on 27 June 2008.

Is LA08 BZC safe to buy?

The MOT history for LA08 BZC shows 21 tests with a 76.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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