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LU52 TOO

2008 Saab 9-3

Red Diesel 1910cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires11 Jun 2027
Tests16 (15 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.8%

Mileage

127,451 mi
Last recorded127,451 miles
Recorded on12 Jun 2026
Typical for 2008 Saab 9-387,215 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLU52 TOO
MakeSaab
Model9-3
Year2008
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,910cc

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MOT History

15 pass 1 fail
Pass 12 Jun 2026 127,451 miles
Pass 7 Jun 2025 124,528 miles

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

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 5 Aug 2023 124,175 miles
Pass 29 Jul 2022 120,802 miles
Pass 19 Jun 2021 117,453 miles

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

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

Pass 11 Jul 2020 115,518 miles

Nearside Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))

Offside Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))

Offside Rear reflector defective or damaged by up to 50% of the reflecting surface (4.8.1 (a) (i))

Pass 29 Jun 2019 112,295 miles
Pass 30 Jun 2018 109,614 miles
Pass 24 Jun 2017 103,778 miles
Pass 2 Jul 2016 99,169 miles
Pass 23 Jun 2015 92,235 miles
Fail 23 Jun 2015 92,235 miles

Emissions not tested (7.4.B.1)

Offside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover insecure so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Offside Obligatory mirror seriously deteriorated, affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)

Pass 21 Jun 2014 80,305 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Nearside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Pass 3 Jun 2013 70,551 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 19 Jun 2012 59,910 miles
Pass 3 Jun 2011 47,021 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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LU52 TOO is a 2008 Saab 9-3 in Red with a 1,910cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.8%.

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 LU52 TOO, 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 LU52 TOO?

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What year was LU52 TOO registered?

LU52 TOO is a 2008 Saab 9-3, first registered on 25 June 2008.

Is LU52 TOO safe to buy?

The MOT history for LU52 TOO shows 16 tests with a 93.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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