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LC08 UDL

2008 Saab 9-3

Black Petrol 2792cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires12 Nov 2026
Tests16 (15 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.8%

Mileage

26,462 mi
Last recorded26,462 miles
Recorded on7 Nov 2025
Typical for 2008 Saab 9-387,215 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLC08 UDL
MakeSaab
Model9-3
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,792cc

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MOT History

15 pass 1 fail
Pass 7 Nov 2025 26,462 miles
Pass 11 Nov 2024 24,948 miles
Pass 8 Nov 2023 24,125 miles

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material all (1.1.11 (c))

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

Pass 10 Nov 2022 22,843 miles

nearside door mirror dim in operation,poor condition

rear brake pads worn? wearing

Pass 10 Nov 2021 21,765 miles

nearside and offside door mirrors diffused. poor condition.

Pass 26 Oct 2020 21,537 miles

Nearside Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Both rear discs (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 9 May 2019 20,336 miles
Pass 1 May 2018 19,165 miles
Pass 3 May 2017 17,302 miles
Pass 11 May 2016 15,370 miles
Fail 10 May 2016 15,356 miles

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

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

Pass 6 May 2015 13,204 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Front tyres cracking due to age

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 29 Apr 2014 11,767 miles

Nearside and offside tyres have tears to the side of the thread due to them being over 6 years old

Pass 29 Apr 2013 9,575 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2012 7,402 miles
Pass 20 Apr 2011 5,873 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 UDL is a 2008 Saab 9-3 in Black with a 2,792cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.8%.

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 UDL, 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 UDL registered?

LC08 UDL is a 2008 Saab 9-3, first registered on 12 May 2008.

Is LC08 UDL safe to buy?

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