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LV08 ARX

2008 Saab 9-3

Black Petrol 2790cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires14 Dec 2026
Tests22 (17 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate77.3%

Mileage

278,798 mi
Last recorded278,798 miles
Recorded on15 Dec 2025
Typical for 2008 Saab 9-387,215 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLV08 ARX
MakeSaab
Model9-3
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,790cc

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MOT History

17 pass 5 fail
Pass 15 Dec 2025 278,798 miles
Fail 8 Dec 2025 278,756 miles

Offside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))

Pass 3 Dec 2024 271,835 miles

n/s and o/s front struts are slightly corroded

Fail 29 Nov 2024 271,814 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

n/s and o/s front struts are slightly corroded

Pass 6 Dec 2023 265,133 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 13 Dec 2022 254,958 miles
Pass 21 Jan 2022 250,443 miles
Pass 26 Jan 2021 228,606 miles

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

Fail 26 Jan 2021 228,606 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

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

Offside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 24 Jan 2020 211,141 miles
Pass 8 Feb 2019 182,997 miles

Nearside Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Pass 19 Jan 2018 147,908 miles
Fail 19 Jan 2018 147,908 miles

Nearside Front coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)

Pass 27 Jan 2017 112,487 miles
Pass 9 Feb 2016 76,944 miles
Pass 10 Feb 2015 44,811 miles
Pass 8 Apr 2014 39,734 miles
Fail 8 Apr 2014 39,734 miles

Offside Obligatory mirror insecure (8.1.1)

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

Pass 26 Nov 2013 37,424 miles
Pass 21 Mar 2013 32,128 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 1 Feb 2012 23,303 miles
Pass 7 Feb 2011 13,788 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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LV08 ARX is a 2008 Saab 9-3 in Black with a 2,790cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.3%.

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 LV08 ARX, 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 LV08 ARX registered?

LV08 ARX is a 2008 Saab 9-3, first registered on 28 April 2008.

Is LV08 ARX safe to buy?

The MOT history for LV08 ARX shows 22 tests with a 77.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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