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LT08 EZW

2008 Saab 9-3

Black Petrol 2792cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires28 Sep 2026
Tests19 (16 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate84.2%

Mileage

70,145 mi
Last recorded70,145 miles
Recorded on29 Sep 2025
Typical for 2008 Saab 9-387,215 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLT08 EZW
MakeSaab
Model9-3
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,792cc

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MOT History

16 pass 3 fail
Pass 29 Sep 2025 70,145 miles
Fail 29 Sep 2025 70,145 miles

Electronic stability control warning lamp indicates a fault (7.12 (e))

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))

Pass 21 Aug 2024 66,352 miles
Fail 20 Aug 2024 66,348 miles

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

Offside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Pass 18 Aug 2023 63,581 miles
Pass 19 Aug 2022 60,588 miles
Fail 10 Aug 2022 60,494 miles

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak both sides (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 4 Aug 2021 57,571 miles

Nearside Rear Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

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

Pass 27 Jul 2020 55,150 miles
Pass 3 Aug 2019 54,044 miles

Offside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 13 Aug 2018 51,251 miles
Pass 6 Aug 2018 51,251 miles

Nearside Rear Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

Pass 10 Aug 2017 46,498 miles

Front tyres worn on edges

Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

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

exhaust mounts perished

Pass 26 Aug 2016 42,988 miles

both front tyres scrubbing on edges

Pass 27 Aug 2015 37,931 miles
Pass 26 Aug 2014 31,237 miles
Pass 20 Aug 2013 24,466 miles
Pass 28 Aug 2012 17,717 miles
Pass 26 Aug 2011 11,954 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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LT08 EZW is a 2008 Saab 9-3 in Black with a 2,792cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.2%.

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 LT08 EZW, 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 LT08 EZW registered?

LT08 EZW is a 2008 Saab 9-3, first registered on 28 August 2008.

Is LT08 EZW safe to buy?

The MOT history for LT08 EZW shows 19 tests with a 84.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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