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VX08 AZD

2008 Saab 9-3

Yellow Diesel 1910cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires5 Jul 2027
Tests17 (16 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.1%

Mileage

100,812 mi
Last recorded100,812 miles
Recorded on6 Jul 2026
Typical for 2008 Saab 9-387,215 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVX08 AZD
MakeSaab
Model9-3
Year2008
ColourYellow
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,910cc

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MOT History

16 pass 1 fail
Pass 6 Jul 2026 100,812 miles
Pass 21 Jun 2025 100,684 miles
Pass 22 Jun 2024 98,576 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2023 96,497 miles
Pass 15 Jun 2022 95,919 miles

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

Pass 2 Jun 2021 94,978 miles
Pass 18 Jun 2020 92,834 miles

front tyres getting low

Pass 22 Jun 2019 84,270 miles
Pass 12 Jun 2018 74,546 miles
Pass 15 Jun 2017 66,740 miles

both rear tyres getting low

Pass 17 Jun 2016 59,184 miles

Both rear tyres getting low

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

Pass 11 Jun 2015 50,804 miles

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

n/s/f tyre getting low

Fail 2 Jun 2014 44,131 miles

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Pass 2 Jun 2014 44,131 miles
Pass 11 Jun 2013 39,038 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2012 31,588 miles
Pass 10 Jun 2011 24,335 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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VX08 AZD is a 2008 Saab 9-3 in Yellow with a 1,910cc diesel 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 VX08 AZD, 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 VX08 AZD?

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What year was VX08 AZD registered?

VX08 AZD is a 2008 Saab 9-3, first registered on 23 June 2008.

Is VX08 AZD safe to buy?

The MOT history for VX08 AZD 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.

Does VX08 AZD have outstanding finance?

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