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VA08 DZB

2008 Saab 9-3

Silver Petrol 1998cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires23 Mar 2027
Tests14 (14 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

52,664 mi
Last recorded52,664 miles
Recorded on9 Mar 2026
Typical for 2008 Saab 9-387,215 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVA08 DZB
MakeSaab
Model9-3
Year2008
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,998cc

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MOT History

14 pass
Pass 9 Mar 2026 52,664 miles
Pass 13 Mar 2025 46,564 miles
Pass 13 Mar 2024 41,238 miles
Pass 20 Mar 2023 34,608 miles
Pass 21 Mar 2022 26,672 miles
Pass 24 Mar 2021 18,039 miles

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

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

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Front brake showing signs of binding/over heating

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

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 28 Jun 2018 17,965 miles
Pass 26 Jun 2017 17,480 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2016 16,647 miles
Pass 23 Jun 2015 15,634 miles
Pass 11 Jun 2014 14,403 miles
Pass 25 Jun 2013 13,494 miles
Pass 18 Jun 2012 12,907 miles
Pass 22 Jun 2011 11,756 miles

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

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

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

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

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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VA08 DZB is a 2008 Saab 9-3 in Silver with a 1,998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 VA08 DZB, 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 VA08 DZB registered?

VA08 DZB is a 2008 Saab 9-3, first registered on 30 June 2008.

Is VA08 DZB safe to buy?

The MOT history for VA08 DZB shows 14 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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