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SC57 LWK

2008 Saab 9-3

Blue Petrol 1998cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires19 Jan 2027
Tests16 (16 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

55,367 mi
Last recorded55,367 miles
Recorded on20 Jan 2026
Typical for 2008 Saab 9-387,215 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSC57 LWK
MakeSaab
Model9-3
Year2008
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,998cc

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MOT History

16 pass
Pass 20 Jan 2026 55,367 miles

Central Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 18 Jan 2025 51,788 miles

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Pass 17 Jan 2024 48,170 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 11 Jan 2023 42,842 miles

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 15 Jan 2022 39,570 miles
Pass 8 Jan 2021 29,990 miles
Pass 15 Jan 2020 27,543 miles
Pass 16 Jan 2019 24,832 miles
Pass 16 Jan 2018 22,185 miles
Pass 16 Jan 2017 20,291 miles
Pass 14 Jan 2016 18,461 miles
Pass 14 Jan 2015 16,326 miles
Pass 14 Jan 2014 14,527 miles
Pass 14 Jan 2013 12,642 miles
Pass 16 Jan 2012 10,909 miles
Pass 14 Jan 2011 9,255 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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SC57 LWK is a 2008 Saab 9-3 in Blue with a 1,998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 SC57 LWK, 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 SC57 LWK registered?

SC57 LWK is a 2008 Saab 9-3, first registered on 17 January 2008.

Is SC57 LWK safe to buy?

The MOT history for SC57 LWK shows 16 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does SC57 LWK have outstanding finance?

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