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MA08 AVW

2008 Saab 9-3

Silver Petrol 1998cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires8 Jan 2027
Tests9 (9 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

96,376 mi
Last recorded96,376 miles
Recorded on9 Jan 2026
Typical for 2008 Saab 9-387,215 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMA08 AVW
MakeSaab
Model9-3
Year2008
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,998cc

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MOT History

9 pass
Pass 9 Jan 2026 96,376 miles
Pass 9 Dec 2024 94,412 miles
Pass 24 Aug 2023 92,783 miles
Pass 20 May 2022 89,661 miles
Pass 7 Mar 2021 84,923 miles
Pass 5 Apr 2019 69,007 miles
Pass 5 Apr 2018 60,678 miles
Pass 4 Apr 2017 52,509 miles
Pass 8 Mar 2011 21,596 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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MA08 AVW is a 2008 Saab 9-3 in Silver with a 1,998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 MA08 AVW, 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 MA08 AVW?

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What year was MA08 AVW registered?

MA08 AVW is a 2008 Saab 9-3, first registered on 28 March 2008.

Is MA08 AVW safe to buy?

The MOT history for MA08 AVW shows 9 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does MA08 AVW have outstanding finance?

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