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VO08 BVU

2008 Saab 9-3

Black Petrol 2792cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires30 Dec 2026
Tests17 (16 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.1%

Mileage

124,932 mi
Last recorded124,932 miles
Recorded on1 Dec 2025
Typical for 2008 Saab 9-387,215 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVO08 BVU
MakeSaab
Model9-3
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,792cc

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MOT History

16 pass 1 fail
Pass 1 Dec 2025 124,932 miles
Pass 3 Dec 2024 118,167 miles
Pass 7 Dec 2023 110,897 miles
Pass 14 Dec 2022 109,914 miles
Pass 6 Dec 2021 107,725 miles
Pass 14 Dec 2020 101,158 miles
Pass 6 Dec 2019 96,096 miles

Nearside Rear Nail in tyre ()

Fail 6 Dec 2019 96,095 miles

Offside Rear Rear fog lamp does not emit a steady red light (4.5.4 (a))

Nearside Rear Nail in tyre ()

Pass 7 Dec 2018 86,631 miles
Pass 8 Dec 2017 76,666 miles

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Pass 9 Dec 2016 65,177 miles
Pass 2 Dec 2015 54,824 miles
Pass 16 Dec 2014 45,378 miles
Pass 2 Dec 2013 37,029 miles
Pass 31 Dec 2012 33,352 miles
Pass 30 Dec 2011 27,888 miles

Nearside Front Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

Pass 31 Dec 2010 22,106 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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VO08 BVU is a 2008 Saab 9-3 in Black with a 2,792cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.1%.

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 VO08 BVU, 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 VO08 BVU registered?

VO08 BVU is a 2008 Saab 9-3, first registered on 1 March 2008.

Is VO08 BVU safe to buy?

The MOT history for VO08 BVU shows 17 tests with a 94.1% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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