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S444 BLM

2008 Saab 9-3

Silver Diesel 1899cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires23 Apr 2027
Tests8 (7 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

246,564 mi
Last recorded246,564 miles
Recorded on24 Apr 2026
Typical for 2008 Saab 9-387,215 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationS444 BLM
MakeSaab
Model9-3
Year2008
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,899cc

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MOT History

7 pass 1 fail
Pass 24 Apr 2026 246,564 miles

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

Pass 21 Mar 2025
Pass 13 Mar 2024 214,225 miles
Pass 18 Mar 2023 209,525 miles
Fail 18 Mar 2023 209,525 miles

Nearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 11 Apr 2022 206,706 miles

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

Pass 8 Jul 2020 198,775 miles

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

Pass 15 Jul 2019 189,521 miles

Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

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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S444 BLM is a 2008 Saab 9-3 in Silver with a 1,899cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

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 S444 BLM, 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 S444 BLM?

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What year was S444 BLM registered?

S444 BLM is a 2008 Saab 9-3, first registered on 25 March 2008.

Is S444 BLM safe to buy?

The MOT history for S444 BLM 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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