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SD08 VOG

2008 Saab 9-3

Silver Diesel 1910cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 Nov 2022
Tests15 (12 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

173,994 mi
Last recorded173,994 miles
Recorded on21 Nov 2021
Typical for 2008 Saab 9-387,215 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSD08 VOG
MakeSaab
Model9-3
Year2008
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,910cc

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MOT History

12 pass 3 fail
Pass 21 Nov 2021 173,994 miles

Front Front Brake hose slightly chafed both sides rubbing abs wires (1.1.12 (b) (i))

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Power steering component has slight seepage from a component (2.1.5 (a))

Pass 14 Sep 2020 159,113 miles

Front Brake hose slightly chafed both sides rubbing abs wires (1.1.12 (b) (i))

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Power steering component has slight seepage from a component (2.1.5 (a))

Fail 2 Sep 2020 159,065 miles

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Front Brake hose slightly chafed both sides rubbing abs wires (1.1.12 (b) (i))

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Power steering component has slight seepage from a component (2.1.5 (a))

Pass 12 Aug 2019 150,390 miles
Pass 9 Aug 2018 139,589 miles
Pass 23 Aug 2017 131,945 miles
Pass 2 Sep 2016 127,153 miles

Nearside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Fail 1 Sep 2016 127,153 miles

Emissions not tested Oil level too high (7.4.B.1)

Nearside Rear Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement 'D' bush (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Pass 27 Aug 2015 123,462 miles
Fail 27 Aug 2015 123,448 miles

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 20 Mar 2015 115,088 miles
Pass 25 Mar 2014 92,570 miles
Pass 23 Mar 2013 71,604 miles
Pass 24 Mar 2012 51,568 miles
Pass 7 Mar 2011 41,975 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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SD08 VOG is a 2008 Saab 9-3 in Silver with a 1,910cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 SD08 VOG, 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.

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What year was SD08 VOG registered?

SD08 VOG is a 2008 Saab 9-3, first registered on 31 March 2008.

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