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SH08 DDU

2008 Saab 9-3

Black Petrol 2000cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 Mar 2019
Tests11 (9 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

99,605 mi
Last recorded99,605 miles
Recorded on14 Mar 2018
Typical for 2008 Saab 9-387,215 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSH08 DDU
MakeSaab
Model9-3
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,000cc

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MOT History

9 pass 2 fail
Pass 14 Mar 2018 99,605 miles

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

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

Pass 14 Mar 2017 94,496 miles

Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Pass 15 Mar 2016 85,990 miles

Nearside Rear Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Pass 15 Dec 2015 85,815 miles

Nearside Rear Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush D bush (2.4.G.2)

Fail 14 Dec 2015 85,815 miles

Nearside Rear Mechanical brake component has restricted free movement (3.5.1k)

Nearside Rear Outer Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Nearside Rear Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush D bush (2.4.G.2)

Pass 12 Dec 2014 78,349 miles
Pass 20 Sep 2013 67,415 miles
Pass 10 Apr 2013 62,458 miles

Nearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Offside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Pass 3 Apr 2012 46,631 miles

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

Fail 3 Apr 2012 46,631 miles

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

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

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

Pass 25 Mar 2011 31,020 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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SH08 DDU is a 2008 Saab 9-3 in Black with a 2,000cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.8%.

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 SH08 DDU, 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 SH08 DDU?

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What year was SH08 DDU registered?

SH08 DDU is a 2008 Saab 9-3, first registered on 1 April 2008.

Is SH08 DDU safe to buy?

The MOT history for SH08 DDU shows 11 tests with a 81.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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