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LS08 SCZ

2008 Saab 9-3

Black Diesel 1910cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Jan 2022
Tests12 (9 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

224,433 mi
Last recorded224,433 miles
Recorded on8 Jan 2021
Typical for 2008 Saab 9-387,215 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLS08 SCZ
MakeSaab
Model9-3
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,910cc

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MOT History

9 pass 3 fail
Pass 8 Jan 2021 224,433 miles
Pass 12 Sep 2018 221,506 miles

F/o/side tyre worn low

Fail 5 Sep 2018 221,441 miles

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

Offside Front Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

F/o/side tyre worn low

Pass 3 Jul 2017 215,163 miles
Fail 23 Jun 2017 215,161 miles

Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Supplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)

Pass 16 May 2016 190,081 miles

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

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

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

Pass 23 May 2015 177,602 miles

Nearside Front 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 22 Apr 2015 177,576 miles

Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Supplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)

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

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

Offside Rear Upper Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

condition of nearside wing mirror.

Pass 22 Apr 2014 164,593 miles

engine light on

n/s/f door mirror lens missing

Pass 20 Apr 2013 122,454 miles
Pass 21 Apr 2012 91,783 miles

both front wiper blades in borderline condition.

off side front tyre is close to wear indicators.

Pass 26 Mar 2011 51,905 miles

both front tyres close to wear indicators.

near side front wheel rim damaged on inner face.

off side rear tyre close to indicators.

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 SCZ is a 2008 Saab 9-3 in Black with a 1,910cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 LS08 SCZ, 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

How do I check the history of LS08 SCZ?

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What year was LS08 SCZ registered?

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

Is LS08 SCZ safe to buy?

The MOT history for LS08 SCZ shows 12 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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