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MM08 MVD

2008 Saab 9-3

Black Diesel 1910cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires9 Feb 2027
Tests17 (15 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.2%

Mileage

91,819 mi
Last recorded91,819 miles
Recorded on10 Feb 2026
Typical for 2008 Saab 9-387,215 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMM08 MVD
MakeSaab
Model9-3
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,910cc

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MOT History

15 pass 2 fail
Pass 10 Feb 2026 91,819 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Pass 6 Feb 2025 87,890 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Pass 24 Jun 2023 85,277 miles
Pass 24 Jun 2022 82,775 miles

Front Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

brake discs has surface rust

exhaust rusty

Fail 22 Jun 2022 82,775 miles

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

brake discs has surface rust

exhaust rusty

Pass 22 Jun 2021 81,507 miles
Pass 15 Jun 2020 80,160 miles
Pass 15 Jul 2019 71,719 miles

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

Pass 8 Jun 2018 59,337 miles
Pass 26 Jun 2017 54,870 miles
Fail 26 Jun 2017 54,870 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 8 Jul 2016 50,383 miles
Pass 5 Aug 2015 44,036 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Pass 14 Aug 2014 37,895 miles
Pass 9 Aug 2013 32,162 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 8 Aug 2012 25,311 miles
Pass 8 Aug 2011 19,146 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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MM08 MVD is a 2008 Saab 9-3 in Black with a 1,910cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.2%.

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 MM08 MVD, 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.

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What year was MM08 MVD registered?

MM08 MVD is a 2008 Saab 9-3, first registered on 29 August 2008.

Is MM08 MVD safe to buy?

The MOT history for MM08 MVD shows 17 tests with a 88.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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