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N80 CDS

2008 Saab 9-3

Black Diesel 1910cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires23 Jun 2027
Tests23 (16 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate69.6%

Mileage

83,917 mi
Last recorded83,917 miles
Recorded on10 Jun 2026
Typical for 2008 Saab 9-387,215 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationN80 CDS
MakeSaab
Model9-3
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,910cc

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MOT History

16 pass 7 fail
Pass 10 Jun 2026 83,917 miles

Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both sides (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Front shock absorber corroded

Pass 13 Jun 2025 82,912 miles
Fail 12 Jun 2025 82,912 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Pass 11 Jun 2024 81,714 miles
Fail 11 Jun 2024 81,714 miles

Front Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 15 Jun 2023 79,356 miles

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

Nearside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Fail 15 Jun 2023 79,356 miles

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

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

Nearside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Pass 23 Jun 2022 76,938 miles

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

Nearside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 24 Jun 2021 72,862 miles
Fail 24 Jun 2021 72,862 miles

Rear Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure both sides (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 28 Jul 2020 71,390 miles
Pass 22 Jul 2019 69,386 miles
Pass 18 Jul 2018 63,907 miles
Fail 17 Jul 2018 63,906 miles

Nearside Rear Service brake grabbing severely (1.2.1 (c))

Offside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 27 Jul 2017 58,841 miles
Pass 11 Jul 2016 52,338 miles
Pass 5 Aug 2015 46,316 miles
Pass 20 Oct 2014 40,064 miles
Fail 20 Oct 2014 40,064 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage worn and seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

Pass 18 Sep 2013 35,234 miles
Pass 19 Jul 2012 30,065 miles
Fail 18 Jul 2012 30,065 miles

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

Pass 22 Jul 2011 22,838 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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N80 CDS is a 2008 Saab 9-3 in Black with a 1,910cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 69.6%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 N80 CDS, 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 N80 CDS registered?

N80 CDS is a 2008 Saab 9-3, first registered on 8 August 2008.

Is N80 CDS safe to buy?

The MOT history for N80 CDS shows 23 tests with a 69.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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