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PA08 BEE

2008 Saab 9-3

Blue Diesel 1910cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires31 May 2027
Tests16 (16 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

51,762 mi
Last recorded51,762 miles
Recorded on19 May 2026
Typical for 2008 Saab 9-387,215 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationPA08 BEE
MakeSaab
Model9-3
Year2008
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,910cc

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MOT History

16 pass
Pass 19 May 2026 51,762 miles
Pass 13 May 2025 51,651 miles
Pass 22 May 2024 51,065 miles
Pass 23 May 2023 50,948 miles
Pass 13 May 2022 50,752 miles
Pass 20 May 2021 49,729 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2020 49,203 miles
Pass 18 Mar 2019 46,721 miles
Pass 23 Mar 2018 43,315 miles
Pass 10 Mar 2017 40,924 miles
Pass 15 Mar 2016 37,828 miles
Pass 9 Mar 2015 35,487 miles
Pass 14 Mar 2014 33,414 miles
Pass 18 Mar 2013 30,615 miles
Pass 13 Mar 2012 27,277 miles

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

Pass 11 Mar 2011 24,059 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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PA08 BEE is a 2008 Saab 9-3 in Blue with a 1,910cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 16 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 PA08 BEE, 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 PA08 BEE registered?

PA08 BEE is a 2008 Saab 9-3, first registered on 28 March 2008.

Is PA08 BEE safe to buy?

The MOT history for PA08 BEE shows 16 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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