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LD08 CNV

2008 Saab 9-3

Black Petrol 1998cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires3 May 2027
Tests18 (15 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

85,939 mi
Last recorded85,939 miles
Recorded on28 Apr 2026
Typical for 2008 Saab 9-387,215 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLD08 CNV
MakeSaab
Model9-3
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,998cc

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MOT History

15 pass 3 fail
Pass 28 Apr 2026 85,939 miles

Nearside Obligatory mirror slightly damaged clouded around edges (3.3 (b) (i))

Offside Front Lower Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Offside Front Outer Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened pitted (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 24 Apr 2025 83,980 miles
Pass 18 Apr 2024 82,556 miles
Pass 4 May 2023 81,143 miles

engine cover/sill covers fitted

Fail 4 May 2023 81,142 miles

Offside Front Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

engine cover/sill covers fitted

Pass 28 Apr 2022 79,381 miles

Offside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 12 Apr 2021 76,957 miles
Fail 12 Apr 2021 76,956 miles

Front Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 11 Jun 2019 72,198 miles
Pass 21 Jun 2018 68,752 miles
Pass 26 Jun 2017 63,688 miles

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

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

Pass 12 May 2016 57,457 miles
Pass 7 May 2015 52,353 miles

both front brake discs heavily scored on inner braking surface and rusty

offside rear tyre wearing out of shape

Pass 6 May 2014 46,336 miles
Pass 21 May 2013 39,089 miles

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

Pass 22 May 2012 31,883 miles

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

Fail 22 May 2012 31,883 miles

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

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

Pass 17 May 2011 24,742 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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LD08 CNV is a 2008 Saab 9-3 in Black with a 1,998cc petrol 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 LD08 CNV, 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 LD08 CNV registered?

LD08 CNV is a 2008 Saab 9-3, first registered on 22 May 2008.

Is LD08 CNV safe to buy?

The MOT history for LD08 CNV 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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