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SH08 SBV

2008 Saab 9-3

Grey Diesel 1910cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 Dec 2020
Tests11 (8 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate72.7%

Mileage

172,989 mi
Last recorded172,989 miles
Recorded on11 Jun 2019
Typical for 2008 Saab 9-387,215 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSH08 SBV
MakeSaab
Model9-3
Year2008
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,910cc

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MOT History

8 pass 3 fail
Pass 11 Jun 2019 172,989 miles
Pass 9 Jun 2018 145,815 miles
Fail 29 May 2018 145,794 miles

Nearside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

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

Pass 23 Nov 2016 143,525 miles

Nearside Rear tyre very heavy uneven edge wear/perished + nail in tread

Offside Front slight bind

Offside Rear tyre edge wear + perished

Fail 16 Nov 2016 143,388 miles

Nearside Front Upper 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 Rear tyre very heavy uneven edge wear/perished + nail in tread

Offside Front slight bind

Offside Rear tyre edge wear + perished

Pass 14 Nov 2015 131,462 miles

emissions not detected

rattle from engine/ transmission areas

signs of a water leak

Pass 13 Nov 2014 121,589 miles

Heavy feathering to both rear tyres

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

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 4 Dec 2013 110,642 miles

Both front tyres spliting to there 'inner' sidewalls

Pass 23 May 2012 101,376 miles

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

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

Pass 3 Jun 2011 87,999 miles

Offside Front Seat belt damaged but webbing not significantly weakened (5.2.2a)

Fail 3 Jun 2011 87,986 miles

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Front Seat belt damaged but webbing not significantly weakened (5.2.2a)

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 SBV is a 2008 Saab 9-3 in Grey with a 1,910cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.7%.

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 SH08 SBV, 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 SBV?

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What year was SH08 SBV registered?

SH08 SBV is a 2008 Saab 9-3, first registered on 3 June 2008.

Is SH08 SBV safe to buy?

The MOT history for SH08 SBV shows 11 tests with a 72.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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