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SEZ 6469

2008 Saab 9-3

Blue Diesel 1910cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 Jun 2026
Tests16 (12 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

127,303 mi
Last recorded127,303 miles
Recorded on29 May 2025
Typical for 2008 Saab 9-387,215 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSEZ 6469
MakeSaab
Model9-3
Year2008
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,910cc

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MOT History

12 pass 4 fail
Pass 29 May 2025 127,303 miles

Nearside Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 7 Jun 2024 117,504 miles

Chip to windscreen

Exhaust corroding

Pass 26 May 2023 117,450 miles

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

Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (i))

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

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

Fail 16 May 2023 117,450 miles

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.2.2 (g))

Indicator switch inoperative (4.4.2 (a) (ii))

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

Offside Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens so that the light output is severely reduced (4.1.4 (b))

Offside Front Steering rack has excessive free play detected at the steering wheel to the extent that safe steering is affected (steering rack fitted) (2.3 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

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

Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (i))

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

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

Fail 25 Oct 2021 117,382 miles

Driver's airbag obviously inoperative intermittently coming on and off during test (7.1.5 (c))

Exhaust emissions exceed level of metered smoke for a turbo charged engine 3.24 mean average (8.2.2.2 (b))

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint excessively worn Drop link (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Steering linkage ball joint has excessive play Tie rod (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 28 Aug 2020 105,910 miles

chip in windscreen

Pass 28 May 2019 101,013 miles

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

Fail 28 May 2019 101,013 miles

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

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

Pass 9 Jun 2018 97,069 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2017 92,237 miles

Nearside Rear Nail in tyre ()

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Fail 31 May 2017 92,234 miles

Exhaust emits an excessive level of metered smoke (7.4.B.3a)

Offside Rear coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)

Nearside Rear Nail in tyre ()

Oil leak ()

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Pass 3 May 2016 88,398 miles

both rear bump stops cracked/perished

Pass 6 Mar 2015 85,923 miles
Pass 13 Mar 2013 75,994 miles

Items removed from driver's view prior to test

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Pass 29 Feb 2012 56,189 miles
Pass 21 Feb 2011 39,108 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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SEZ 6469 is a 2008 Saab 9-3 in Blue with a 1,910cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 SEZ 6469, 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 SEZ 6469 registered?

SEZ 6469 is a 2008 Saab 9-3, first registered on 31 December 2008.

Is SEZ 6469 safe to buy?

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