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S888 ERO

2008 Saab 9-3

Blue Diesel 1910cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires31 Aug 2026
Tests17 (16 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.1%

Mileage

101,489 mi
Last recorded101,489 miles
Recorded on27 Aug 2025
Typical for 2008 Saab 9-387,215 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationS888 ERO
MakeSaab
Model9-3
Year2008
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,910cc

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MOT History

16 pass 1 fail
Pass 27 Aug 2025 101,489 miles

Offside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Pass 10 Aug 2024 100,903 miles
Pass 19 Aug 2023 99,826 miles
Pass 20 Aug 2022 98,115 miles
Pass 31 Aug 2021 96,508 miles
Pass 3 Aug 2020 91,411 miles
Pass 8 Aug 2019 85,123 miles
Pass 7 Aug 2018 76,682 miles
Pass 15 Aug 2017 69,377 miles
Pass 4 Aug 2016 65,309 miles
Fail 4 Aug 2016 65,309 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Pass 19 Aug 2015 61,272 miles
Pass 11 Aug 2014 51,968 miles
Pass 12 Aug 2013 46,005 miles
Pass 1 Aug 2012 34,434 miles
Pass 1 Sep 2011 27,420 miles
Pass 14 Jun 2011 26,605 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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S888 ERO is a 2008 Saab 9-3 in Blue with a 1,910cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.1%.

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 S888 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 S888 ERO?

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What year was S888 ERO registered?

S888 ERO is a 2008 Saab 9-3, first registered on 27 June 2008.

Is S888 ERO safe to buy?

The MOT history for S888 ERO shows 17 tests with a 94.1% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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