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LM08 OYR

2008 Saab 9-3

Black Diesel 1910cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires30 May 2027
Tests17 (16 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.1%

Mileage

119,442 mi
Last recorded119,442 miles
Recorded on19 May 2026
Typical for 2008 Saab 9-387,215 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLM08 OYR
MakeSaab
Model9-3
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,910cc

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MOT History

16 pass 1 fail
Pass 19 May 2026 119,442 miles

Rear Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing Both rear shock absorber bodies are heavily corroded (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 28 May 2025 117,327 miles

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play NSF track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Coil spring corroded OSR coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 8 May 2024 115,914 miles
Fail 7 May 2024 115,910 miles

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

Offside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 23 May 2023 114,373 miles

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

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

Pass 19 May 2022 113,208 miles
Pass 21 May 2021 111,575 miles
Pass 22 May 2020 110,770 miles
Pass 20 May 2019 108,474 miles
Pass 14 May 2018 104,506 miles
Pass 24 May 2017 102,234 miles

child seat fitted to rear

Pass 18 May 2016 98,705 miles
Pass 15 May 2015 94,606 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 17 May 2014 88,524 miles
Pass 8 May 2013 79,891 miles
Pass 18 May 2012 67,221 miles

front tyres low

Pass 23 May 2011 53,179 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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LM08 OYR is a 2008 Saab 9-3 in Black with a 1,910cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.1%.

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 LM08 OYR, 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 LM08 OYR registered?

LM08 OYR is a 2008 Saab 9-3, first registered on 30 May 2008.

Is LM08 OYR safe to buy?

The MOT history for LM08 OYR shows 17 tests with a 94.1% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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