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SC08 HLG

2008 Saab 9-3

Black Petrol 1998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 May 2026
Tests18 (15 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

94,650 mi
Last recorded94,650 miles
Recorded on6 May 2025
Typical for 2008 Saab 9-387,215 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSC08 HLG
MakeSaab
Model9-3
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,998cc

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MOT History

15 pass 3 fail
Pass 6 May 2025 94,650 miles
Pass 8 May 2024 82,692 miles
Pass 8 Aug 2023 82,627 miles

Front Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Pass 8 Aug 2022 82,502 miles

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 16 Aug 2021 82,182 miles
Fail 13 Aug 2021 82,182 miles

Emissions not tested due to exhaust leak (8.2.1.2 (d))

Rear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases silencer pipe (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 6 Aug 2020 81,550 miles
Pass 21 Jun 2019 79,901 miles

Offside Front Macpherson strut corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Fail 21 Jun 2019 79,901 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Front Macpherson strut corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Offside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 22 Jun 2018 78,057 miles

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

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 22 Jun 2017 75,845 miles

Offside Rear Nail in tyre ()

Offside Rear Shock absorber mount broken but shock absorber still secure

Pass 23 Jun 2016 73,165 miles
Pass 23 Jun 2015 70,787 miles
Pass 24 Jun 2014 68,210 miles
Pass 5 Jun 2013 64,067 miles
Pass 20 Jun 2012 54,898 miles
Pass 24 Jun 2011 40,828 miles
Fail 24 Jun 2011 40,828 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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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SC08 HLG is a 2008 Saab 9-3 in Black with a 1,998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 SC08 HLG, 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 SC08 HLG?

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What year was SC08 HLG registered?

SC08 HLG is a 2008 Saab 9-3, first registered on 27 June 2008.

Is SC08 HLG safe to buy?

The MOT history for SC08 HLG shows 18 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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