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MF08 DTZ

2008 Saab 9-3

Black Petrol 2000cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires16 Sep 2026
Tests18 (15 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

124,476 mi
Last recorded124,476 miles
Recorded on17 Sep 2025
Typical for 2008 Saab 9-387,215 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMF08 DTZ
MakeSaab
Model9-3
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,000cc

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MOT History

15 pass 3 fail
Pass 17 Sep 2025 124,476 miles
Pass 6 Aug 2024 121,769 miles
Pass 10 Aug 2023 118,657 miles

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

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

Pass 16 Aug 2022 112,494 miles
Pass 9 Aug 2021 106,078 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Pass 7 Aug 2020 99,536 miles
Pass 6 Aug 2019 91,276 miles
Pass 8 Aug 2018 82,809 miles
Pass 4 Aug 2017 74,630 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)

Pass 2 Aug 2016 65,475 miles
Pass 24 Jul 2015 56,690 miles
Fail 24 Jul 2015 56,687 miles

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Pass 4 Aug 2014 47,046 miles

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

Fail 25 Jul 2014 47,201 miles

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Pass 31 Jul 2013 37,542 miles
Pass 3 Jul 2012 32,210 miles

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nearsise rear tyre balded on shoulde none testible tread

Fail 28 Jun 2012 32,133 miles

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

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

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nearsise rear tyre balded on shoulde none testible tread

Pass 27 Jun 2011 23,867 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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MF08 DTZ is a 2008 Saab 9-3 in Black with a 2,000cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 MF08 DTZ, 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 MF08 DTZ?

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What year was MF08 DTZ registered?

MF08 DTZ is a 2008 Saab 9-3, first registered on 1 March 2008.

Is MF08 DTZ safe to buy?

The MOT history for MF08 DTZ shows 18 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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