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LS08 SCV

2008 Saab 9-3

Blue Diesel 1910cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 Nov 2024
Tests14 (11 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate78.6%

Mileage

55,801 mi
Last recorded55,801 miles
Recorded on11 Aug 2026
Typical for 2008 Saab 9-387,215 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLS08 SCV
MakeSaab
Model9-3
Year2008
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,910cc

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MOT History

11 pass 3 fail
Fail 11 Aug 2026 55,801 miles

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.2.2 (g))

Nearside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

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

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

Offside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

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

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

Pass 21 Nov 2023 52,949 miles
Fail 20 Nov 2023 52,947 miles

Front Brake pad(s) worn down to wear indicator (1.1.13 (a) (i))

Pass 1 Nov 2022 45,430 miles
Pass 5 Nov 2021 43,875 miles

Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Pass 7 Oct 2020 39,912 miles

Offside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Pass 5 Aug 2019 34,789 miles
Pass 2 Aug 2018 31,429 miles

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

Pass 18 Jul 2017 25,691 miles
Pass 19 Jul 2016 22,633 miles
Pass 16 Jul 2015 19,406 miles
Fail 16 Jul 2015 19,406 miles

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

Pass 9 Jul 2014 16,634 miles

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

Pass 25 Jul 2013 13,846 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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LS08 SCV 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 78.6%.

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 LS08 SCV, 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 LS08 SCV registered?

LS08 SCV is a 2008 Saab 9-3, first registered on 31 March 2008.

Is LS08 SCV safe to buy?

The MOT history for LS08 SCV shows 14 tests with a 78.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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