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LC08 DHO

2008 Saab 9-3

Blue Diesel 1910cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 Dec 2021
Tests14 (10 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

198,026 mi
Last recorded198,026 miles
Recorded on3 Dec 2020
Typical for 2008 Saab 9-387,215 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLC08 DHO
MakeSaab
Model9-3
Year2008
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,910cc

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MOT History

10 pass 4 fail
Pass 3 Dec 2020 198,026 miles

Central Lower Items removed from driver's view prior to test ()

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2mm (5.2.3 (e))

Rear Service brake requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair (1.2.1 (c))

Fail 2 Dec 2020 198,019 miles

Nearside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Central Lower Items removed from driver's view prior to test ()

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2mm (5.2.3 (e))

Rear Service brake requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair (1.2.1 (c))

Pass 20 May 2019 185,438 miles

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

Pass 15 May 2018 170,621 miles
Fail 11 May 2018 170,507 miles

Nearside Rear coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)

Pass 5 Jun 2017 150,515 miles
Fail 2 Jun 2017 150,509 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed inner edge (4.1.D.1b)

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Pass 1 Jun 2016 125,283 miles

Nearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Offside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Supplementary Restraint System warning lamp does not illuminate (5.4.2)

Pass 5 Jun 2015 105,318 miles
Fail 2 Jun 2015 105,310 miles

Rear Fuel pipe leaking (7.2.3)

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Pass 21 May 2014 92,997 miles

Offside Front Anti-roll bar has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Pass 4 Jun 2013 80,307 miles
Pass 16 Mar 2012 61,166 miles
Pass 17 Mar 2011 43,504 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 DHO is a 2008 Saab 9-3 in Blue with a 1,910cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

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 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 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 75,543 recorded failures. If you're considering buying LC08 DHO, 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 DHO registered?

LC08 DHO is a 2008 Saab 9-3, first registered on 30 April 2008.

Is LC08 DHO safe to buy?

The MOT history for LC08 DHO shows 14 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.

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