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LC08 DJK

2008 Saab 9-3

Black Diesel 1910cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 Apr 2026
Tests19 (13 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate68.4%

Mileage

147,493 mi
Last recorded147,493 miles
Recorded on17 Apr 2025
Typical for 2008 Saab 9-387,215 mi

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

13 pass 6 fail
Pass 17 Apr 2025 147,493 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases front flexi (6.1.2 (a))

Front Headlamp lens slightly defective both headlights but got patern (4.1.1 (b) (i))

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

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

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

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Fail 15 Apr 2025 147,481 miles

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

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases front flexi (6.1.2 (a))

Front Headlamp lens slightly defective both headlights but got patern (4.1.1 (b) (i))

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

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

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

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 25 Apr 2024 138,308 miles
Pass 5 Feb 2022 120,602 miles
Pass 20 Feb 2021 112,649 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords Outer sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Nearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords Inner sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Fail 20 Feb 2021 112,649 miles

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

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords Outer sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Nearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords Inner sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Pass 15 Feb 2020 107,206 miles

Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Nearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Fail 15 Feb 2020 107,206 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure Outer sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Engine management light illuminated

Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Nearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Pass 18 Feb 2019 99,949 miles

Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Pass 14 Feb 2018 93,689 miles

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

Nearside Rear rear brake fluctuating, but not excessively (3.7.B.3)

exhaust leak from turbo pipe

Fail 12 Feb 2018 93,682 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

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

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

Offside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

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

Nearside Rear rear brake fluctuating, but not excessively (3.7.B.3)

exhaust leak from turbo pipe

Pass 16 Feb 2017 92,147 miles
Fail 13 Feb 2017 92,126 miles

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

Pass 18 Feb 2016 90,070 miles
Pass 18 Nov 2014 87,121 miles
Pass 15 Nov 2013 85,055 miles
Pass 2 Aug 2012 81,023 miles
Pass 12 Aug 2011 68,405 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

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

Fail 12 Aug 2011 68,405 miles

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

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

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

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 DJK 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 68.4%.

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 DJK, 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 DJK registered?

LC08 DJK is a 2008 Saab 9-3, first registered on 28 April 2008.

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