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LB57 TLF

2008 Saab 9-3

Blue Petrol 1998cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires15 Feb 2027
Tests19 (17 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate89.5%

Mileage

120,759 mi
Last recorded120,759 miles
Recorded on24 Jan 2026
Typical for 2008 Saab 9-387,215 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLB57 TLF
MakeSaab
Model9-3
Year2008
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,998cc

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MOT History

17 pass 2 fail
Pass 24 Jan 2026 120,759 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Pass 25 Jan 2025 111,083 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 27 Jan 2024 105,922 miles
Pass 23 Jan 2023 104,283 miles
Pass 5 Feb 2022 101,352 miles
Pass 10 Feb 2021 98,716 miles
Pass 20 Jan 2020 94,639 miles
Pass 28 Jan 2019 89,296 miles
Pass 16 Feb 2018 78,488 miles
Pass 31 Mar 2017 72,495 miles
Pass 21 Mar 2016 65,725 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 12 Mar 2015 58,268 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

n/s/r tyre perishing and slightly out of shape

Pass 3 Apr 2014 57,830 miles

o/s/r tyre generally deteriorating

Pass 12 Mar 2013 42,398 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

child seat fitted to both outer rear seats

offside reare tyre perrishing / splitting

Fail 12 Mar 2013 42,398 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

child seat fitted to both outer rear seats

offside reare tyre perrishing / splitting

Pass 12 Mar 2012 31,644 miles
Pass 19 Jan 2012 31,347 miles
Pass 10 Jan 2011 25,306 miles
Fail 10 Jan 2011 25,306 miles

Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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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LB57 TLF is a 2008 Saab 9-3 in Blue with a 1,998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 89.5%.

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 LB57 TLF, 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 LB57 TLF registered?

LB57 TLF is a 2008 Saab 9-3, first registered on 8 February 2008.

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The MOT history for LB57 TLF shows 19 tests with a 89.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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