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LC08 BNZ

2008 Saab 9-3

Black Diesel 1910cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires14 Feb 2027
Tests19 (16 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate84.2%

Mileage

80,395 mi
Last recorded80,395 miles
Recorded on17 Jan 2026
Typical for 2008 Saab 9-387,215 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLC08 BNZ
MakeSaab
Model9-3
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,910cc

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MOT History

16 pass 3 fail
Pass 17 Jan 2026 80,395 miles
Pass 24 Jan 2025 71,808 miles
Pass 15 Feb 2024 64,235 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2023 63,759 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 18 Mar 2022 60,622 miles
Pass 12 Mar 2021 57,058 miles
Pass 23 Mar 2020 55,954 miles
Pass 5 Mar 2019 54,390 miles
Pass 28 Mar 2018 43,598 miles
Fail 19 Mar 2018 43,345 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Inner Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b) DANGEROUS

Pass 21 Mar 2017 32,128 miles
Pass 15 Mar 2016 29,498 miles

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

Fail 30 Mar 2015 27,667 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high and too far to the left. (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too far to the left (1.8)

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

Pass 30 Mar 2015 27,667 miles

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

Pass 15 Mar 2014 25,207 miles
Pass 15 Mar 2013 20,442 miles
Pass 27 Mar 2012 17,659 miles
Fail 20 Mar 2012 17,567 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

Offside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

Pass 25 Mar 2011 12,703 miles

n/s front tyre has damage to side wall.

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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LC08 BNZ is a 2008 Saab 9-3 in Black with a 1,910cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.2%.

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 LC08 BNZ, 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 LC08 BNZ registered?

LC08 BNZ is a 2008 Saab 9-3, first registered on 29 March 2008.

Is LC08 BNZ safe to buy?

The MOT history for LC08 BNZ shows 19 tests with a 84.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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