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SA08 BVX

2008 Saab 9-3

Silver Diesel 1910cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires18 Mar 2027
Tests18 (16 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

111,060 mi
Last recorded111,060 miles
Recorded on7 Mar 2026
Typical for 2008 Saab 9-387,215 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSA08 BVX
MakeSaab
Model9-3
Year2008
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,910cc

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MOT History

16 pass 2 fail
Pass 7 Mar 2026 111,060 miles
Pass 17 Mar 2025 105,032 miles
Pass 15 Mar 2024 98,158 miles
Pass 13 Mar 2023 90,634 miles
Pass 15 Mar 2022 83,377 miles
Pass 16 Mar 2021 75,191 miles
Pass 12 Mar 2020 65,697 miles
Pass 8 Mar 2019 56,621 miles
Pass 19 Mar 2018 51,823 miles
Pass 11 Mar 2017 49,160 miles
Pass 22 Feb 2016 38,880 miles
Fail 22 Feb 2016 38,880 miles

Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Pass 27 Feb 2015 33,711 miles
Pass 6 Mar 2014 30,320 miles
Pass 8 Mar 2013 26,166 miles
Fail 6 Mar 2013 26,166 miles

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

Pass 9 Mar 2012 22,639 miles
Pass 8 Mar 2011 17,656 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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SA08 BVX is a 2008 Saab 9-3 in Silver with a 1,910cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

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 SA08 BVX, 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 SA08 BVX?

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What year was SA08 BVX registered?

SA08 BVX is a 2008 Saab 9-3, first registered on 6 March 2008.

Is SA08 BVX safe to buy?

The MOT history for SA08 BVX shows 18 tests with a 88.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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