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S800 ERO

2008 Saab 9-3

Black Diesel 1910cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires9 Feb 2027
Tests17 (15 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.2%

Mileage

150,390 mi
Last recorded150,390 miles
Recorded on9 Feb 2026
Typical for 2008 Saab 9-387,215 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationS800 ERO
MakeSaab
Model9-3
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,910cc

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MOT History

15 pass 2 fail
Pass 9 Feb 2026 150,390 miles
Pass 4 Feb 2025 144,052 miles
Pass 6 Feb 2024 139,331 miles
Pass 7 Feb 2023 129,501 miles
Pass 7 Feb 2022 123,780 miles
Pass 10 Feb 2021 119,600 miles
Pass 8 Feb 2020 103,636 miles
Fail 8 Feb 2020 103,636 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 23 Oct 2018 74,490 miles
Fail 16 Oct 2018 74,470 miles

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

Pass 8 Nov 2017 69,743 miles
Pass 6 Sep 2016 66,315 miles
Pass 28 Sep 2015 62,939 miles
Pass 23 Sep 2014 55,048 miles
Pass 3 Sep 2013 45,336 miles
Pass 5 Sep 2012 34,023 miles
Pass 12 Sep 2011 26,381 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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S800 ERO is a 2008 Saab 9-3 in Black with a 1,910cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.2%.

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 S800 ERO, 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 S800 ERO?

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What year was S800 ERO registered?

S800 ERO is a 2008 Saab 9-3, first registered on 24 September 2008.

Is S800 ERO safe to buy?

The MOT history for S800 ERO shows 17 tests with a 88.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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