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R444 REG

2008 Saab 9-3

Black Petrol 2792cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Dec 2025
Tests12 (10 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

144,857 mi
Last recorded144,857 miles
Recorded on19 Dec 2024
Typical for 2008 Saab 9-387,215 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR444 REG
MakeSaab
Model9-3
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,792cc

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MOT History

10 pass 2 fail
Pass 19 Dec 2024 144,857 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))

Fail 18 Dec 2024 144,855 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))

Nearside Front Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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))

Pass 23 Dec 2023 134,856 miles
Pass 14 Dec 2022 122,882 miles
Pass 15 Dec 2021 115,885 miles
Pass 11 Dec 2020 115,437 miles
Pass 22 Oct 2019 108,012 miles
Pass 29 Sep 2018 93,849 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 29 Sep 2017 83,036 miles

Both front tyres worn on edges

Fail 23 Sep 2017 82,955 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Both front tyres worn on edges

Nearside Rear Inner Drive shaft constant velocity joint gaiter split

Pass 27 Jul 2016 62,622 miles
Pass 20 Jun 2015 58,942 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Front registration plate faded but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Nail in nearside rear tyre

Tyre pressure monitoring system warning lamp does not illuminate (4.1.D.4)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

o/s/r exhaust heat shield insecure

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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R444 REG is a 2008 Saab 9-3 in Black with a 2,792cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 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 R444 REG, 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 R444 REG registered?

R444 REG is a 2008 Saab 9-3, first registered on 20 June 2008.

Is R444 REG safe to buy?

The MOT history for R444 REG shows 12 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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