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SC08 LLE

2008 Saab 9-3

Black Diesel 1910cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Feb 2021
Tests11 (10 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90.9%

Mileage

135,179 mi
Last recorded135,179 miles
Recorded on18 Feb 2020
Typical for 2008 Saab 9-387,215 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSC08 LLE
MakeSaab
Model9-3
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,910cc

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MOT History

10 pass 1 fail
Pass 18 Feb 2020 135,179 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Rear Coil spring corroded both sides (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Fail 18 Feb 2020 135,179 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Rear Coil spring corroded both sides (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm both sides (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 4 Feb 2019 122,077 miles
Pass 6 Feb 2018 111,631 miles
Pass 1 Feb 2017 99,816 miles
Pass 8 Feb 2016 88,282 miles

nearside handbrake low may need repair or adjustment

Pass 6 Feb 2015 78,310 miles
Pass 18 Feb 2014 61,452 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Pass 25 Jun 2013 54,870 miles
Pass 29 Jun 2012 42,883 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 17 Jun 2011 34,739 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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SC08 LLE is a 2008 Saab 9-3 in Black with a 1,910cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.9%.

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 SC08 LLE, 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

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What year was SC08 LLE registered?

SC08 LLE is a 2008 Saab 9-3, first registered on 26 June 2008.

Is SC08 LLE safe to buy?

The MOT history for SC08 LLE shows 11 tests with a 90.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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