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LC08 DGX

2008 Saab 9-3

Black Diesel 1910cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires9 Nov 2026
Tests18 (15 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

113,419 mi
Last recorded113,419 miles
Recorded on1 Nov 2025
Typical for 2008 Saab 9-387,215 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

15 pass 3 fail
Pass 1 Nov 2025 113,419 miles

Front Coil spring corroded n/s and o/s (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Rear Coil spring corroded n/s and o/s (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Fail 29 Oct 2025 113,277 miles

Exhaust emissions exceed manufacturer's specified limit (8.2.2.2 (a))

Front Coil spring corroded n/s and o/s (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Rear Coil spring corroded n/s and o/s (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 23 Oct 2024 107,177 miles
Pass 6 Nov 2023 103,682 miles

Offside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 3 Nov 2022 100,058 miles

Front discs corroded

rear shock absorbers corroded

Pass 2 Nov 2021 95,460 miles
Pass 10 Nov 2020 91,999 miles

Nearside Front shock absorber corroded

Offside Front shock absorber corroded

Fail 6 Nov 2020 91,998 miles

Offside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt drop link (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

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

Nearside Rear Brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Front shock absorber corroded

Offside Front shock absorber corroded

Pass 30 May 2019 88,266 miles

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

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

Pass 11 May 2018 81,869 miles
Fail 2 May 2018 81,837 miles

Offside coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)

Pass 10 May 2017 74,067 miles
Pass 19 May 2016 68,104 miles
Pass 5 May 2015 57,057 miles
Pass 16 May 2014 44,547 miles
Pass 1 May 2013 32,986 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2012 27,859 miles
Pass 5 May 2011 21,230 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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LC08 DGX is a 2008 Saab 9-3 in Black with a 1,910cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 DGX, 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.

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What year was LC08 DGX registered?

LC08 DGX is a 2008 Saab 9-3, first registered on 29 April 2008.

Is LC08 DGX safe to buy?

The MOT history for LC08 DGX shows 18 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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