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RA08 MFX

2008 Saab 9-3

Blue Diesel 1910cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires10 Jul 2027
Tests19 (15 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate78.9%

Mileage

115,732 mi
Last recorded115,732 miles
Recorded on29 Jun 2026
Typical for 2008 Saab 9-387,215 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRA08 MFX
MakeSaab
Model9-3
Year2008
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,910cc

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MOT History

15 pass 4 fail
Pass 29 Jun 2026 115,732 miles

Front Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Macpherson strut mounting damaged but not seriously weakened strut top mounting judders lock to lock unloaded (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Parking brake lever defective but can be satisfactorily operated travel to excess (1.1.6 (d))

Pass 3 Jul 2025 113,956 miles

Front Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

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

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

Parking brake lever defective but can be satisfactorily operated lever travel close to limit (1.1.6 (d))

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

engine under tray insecure behind n/s front wheel

Pass 19 Jun 2024 111,186 miles

Nearside Front top mount bearing rough on rotation

Offside Rear handbrake requires attention

Rear Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))

Pass 6 Jul 2023 108,317 miles

Nearside Front top mount mount bearing rough on rotation

handbrake travel high

Fail 6 Jul 2023 108,317 miles

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

Nearside Front top mount mount bearing rough on rotation

handbrake travel high

Pass 7 Jul 2022 105,548 miles

Both front shock absorber top mounts very noisey on rotation

Fail 7 Jul 2022 105,548 miles

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Both front shock absorber top mounts very noisey on rotation

Pass 16 Jun 2021 101,492 miles

Nearside Front SUSPENSION TOP BEARING NOISY

Pass 29 Jun 2020 98,110 miles
Pass 21 Jun 2019 91,807 miles
Pass 3 Jul 2018 85,529 miles
Pass 21 Jun 2017 79,641 miles
Fail 20 Jun 2017 79,641 miles

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

Pass 28 Jun 2016 73,636 miles
Fail 28 Jun 2016 73,636 miles

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Pass 1 Jul 2015 69,414 miles
Pass 3 Jul 2014 65,291 miles
Pass 11 Jul 2013 58,257 miles
Pass 18 Jul 2011 44,717 miles

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

o/s/r tyre worn unevenly on inner edge of tread

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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RA08 MFX is a 2008 Saab 9-3 in Blue with a 1,910cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.9%.

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 RA08 MFX, 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 RA08 MFX registered?

RA08 MFX is a 2008 Saab 9-3, first registered on 1 August 2008.

Is RA08 MFX safe to buy?

The MOT history for RA08 MFX shows 19 tests with a 78.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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