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SH08 NAU

2008 Saab 9-3

Silver Petrol 1998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 May 2026
Tests15 (14 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.3%

Mileage

111,234 mi
Last recorded111,234 miles
Recorded on15 May 2025
Typical for 2008 Saab 9-387,215 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSH08 NAU
MakeSaab
Model9-3
Year2008
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,998cc

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MOT History

14 pass 1 fail
Pass 15 May 2025 111,234 miles
Pass 25 Mar 2024 108,686 miles
Pass 14 Apr 2023 106,935 miles
Pass 31 Mar 2022 105,724 miles
Pass 15 Sep 2020 104,549 miles
Pass 20 Aug 2019 102,553 miles
Fail 20 Aug 2019 102,553 miles

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Pass 5 Sep 2018 99,317 miles
Pass 18 May 2017 96,706 miles
Pass 12 May 2016 91,557 miles
Pass 18 May 2015 86,615 miles
Pass 19 May 2014 77,062 miles
Pass 27 Jun 2013 66,804 miles
Pass 28 Jun 2012 53,326 miles
Pass 16 Jun 2011 37,703 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 NAU is a 2008 Saab 9-3 in Silver with a 1,998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.3%.

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 NAU, 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 NAU?

You can check the full history of SH08 NAU by running a full vehicle check. This shows you finance, stolen, write-off, MOT history, mileage records and more.

What year was SH08 NAU registered?

SH08 NAU is a 2008 Saab 9-3, first registered on 30 May 2008.

Is SH08 NAU safe to buy?

The MOT history for SH08 NAU shows 15 tests with a 93.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does SH08 NAU have outstanding finance?

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