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PF08 CXB

2008 Saab 9-3

Grey Diesel 1910cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires29 Mar 2027
Tests18 (16 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

146,523 mi
Last recorded146,523 miles
Recorded on19 Mar 2026
Typical for 2008 Saab 9-387,215 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationPF08 CXB
MakeSaab
Model9-3
Year2008
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,910cc

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MOT History

16 pass 2 fail
Pass 19 Mar 2026 146,523 miles

Nearside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 26 Mar 2025 135,250 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 30 Mar 2024 129,410 miles
Pass 4 Mar 2023 125,090 miles

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

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 12 Feb 2022 118,261 miles
Pass 4 Mar 2021 110,675 miles
Pass 12 Mar 2020 107,689 miles
Fail 12 Mar 2020 107,689 miles

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

Pass 15 Feb 2019 92,617 miles
Pass 13 Feb 2018 76,302 miles
Pass 8 Mar 2017 62,417 miles
Pass 5 Jul 2016 60,963 miles
Pass 16 Jul 2015 55,595 miles
Pass 16 Jul 2014 48,142 miles
Fail 10 Jul 2014 48,134 miles

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

Pass 10 Jul 2013 41,222 miles
Pass 11 Jul 2012 33,385 miles
Pass 14 Jul 2011 28,097 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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PF08 CXB is a 2008 Saab 9-3 in Grey with a 1,910cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

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 PF08 CXB, 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 PF08 CXB registered?

PF08 CXB is a 2008 Saab 9-3, first registered on 1 August 2008.

Is PF08 CXB safe to buy?

The MOT history for PF08 CXB shows 18 tests with a 88.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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