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RE08 CFP

2008 Saab 9-3

Blue Petrol 2792cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires3 Jun 2027
Tests20 (16 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

99,056 mi
Last recorded99,056 miles
Recorded on26 May 2026
Typical for 2008 Saab 9-387,215 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRE08 CFP
MakeSaab
Model9-3
Year2008
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,792cc

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MOT History

16 pass 4 fail
Pass 26 May 2026 99,056 miles
Pass 21 May 2025 97,466 miles
Fail 19 May 2025 97,456 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

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

Pass 30 May 2024 96,092 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2023 95,175 miles
Fail 1 Jun 2023 95,175 miles

Nearside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Pass 1 Jun 2022 94,314 miles

Nearside Front Upper Antiroll bar link ball joint dust cover slightly damaged.

Offside Front Upper Antiroll bar link ball joint dust cover slightly damaged.

Pass 11 May 2021 93,913 miles

Nearside Front Upper Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated link gaitor (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Offside Front Upper Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated link gaitor (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Pass 4 Jun 2020 92,838 miles

tpms light on

Fail 26 May 2020 92,800 miles

Nearside Front Upper Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Upper Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

tpms light on

Pass 8 May 2019 91,062 miles
Pass 8 May 2018 88,823 miles
Pass 13 May 2017 86,813 miles
Fail 10 May 2017 86,811 miles

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

Pass 1 Jun 2016 69,853 miles
Pass 4 Jun 2015 52,881 miles
Pass 30 Jun 2014 35,597 miles
Pass 5 Sep 2013 30,867 miles
Pass 20 Aug 2012 26,764 miles
Pass 7 Sep 2011 21,742 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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RE08 CFP is a 2008 Saab 9-3 in Blue with a 2,792cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 RE08 CFP, 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

How do I check the history of RE08 CFP?

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What year was RE08 CFP registered?

RE08 CFP is a 2008 Saab 9-3, first registered on 30 May 2008.

Is RE08 CFP safe to buy?

The MOT history for RE08 CFP shows 20 tests with a 80% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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