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S20 BTH

2008 Saab 9-3 Aero

Black Other 2000cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Apr 2026
Tests8 (7 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

37,140 mi
Last recorded37,140 miles
Recorded on1 May 2025
Typical for 2008 Saab 9-3 Aero85,352 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationS20 BTH
MakeSaab
Model9-3 Aero
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typeOther
Engine2,000cc

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MOT History

7 pass 1 fail
Pass 1 May 2025 37,140 miles
Pass 6 Mar 2024 37,091 miles
Pass 7 Nov 2022 36,804 miles
Pass 2 Aug 2021 33,335 miles
Pass 2 Aug 2019 29,970 miles
Pass 25 Jul 2018 28,567 miles
Pass 10 Jul 2017 26,937 miles
Fail 8 Jul 2017 26,902 miles

How Reliable is the Saab 9-3 Aero?

Based on 678 MOT tests across 107 vehicles.

74.8%
Pass Rate
5,966
Miles/Year
26
Year Lifespan
107
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 26
position lamp(s) not working 15
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 12
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 10
coil spring broken 8
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S20 BTH is a 2008 Saab 9-3 Aero in Black with a 2,000cc other engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

Across all 2008 Saab 9-3 Aero models, the average MOT pass rate is 78.5% with a typical mileage of 85,352 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Saab 9-3 Aero fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 26 recorded failures. If you're considering buying S20 BTH, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Saab 9-3 Aero typically stays on UK roads for around 26 years. At 18 years old, this Saab 9-3 Aero is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was S20 BTH registered?

S20 BTH is a 2008 Saab 9-3 Aero, first registered on 1 March 2008.

Is S20 BTH safe to buy?

The MOT history for S20 BTH shows 8 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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