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VX08 VFP

2008 Saab 9-3

Blue Petrol 1998cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires12 Aug 2027
Tests17 (16 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.1%

Mileage

115,501 mi
Last recorded115,501 miles
Recorded on1 Aug 2026
Typical for 2008 Saab 9-387,215 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVX08 VFP
MakeSaab
Model9-3
Year2008
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,998cc

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MOT History

16 pass 1 fail
Pass 1 Aug 2026 115,501 miles
Pass 31 Jul 2025 109,452 miles
Pass 31 Jul 2024 104,056 miles
Pass 9 Aug 2023 96,754 miles
Pass 2 Aug 2022 90,805 miles
Pass 6 Aug 2021 86,530 miles

chip on windscreen

Pass 31 Jul 2020 84,000 miles
Pass 30 Jul 2019 80,187 miles

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

Pass 1 Aug 2018 75,246 miles
Pass 3 Aug 2017 71,385 miles
Fail 3 Aug 2017 71,383 miles

Offside Front coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)

Pass 8 Aug 2016 65,821 miles
Pass 11 Aug 2015 56,143 miles
Pass 8 Aug 2014 45,054 miles
Pass 13 Aug 2013 35,086 miles
Pass 3 Oct 2012 25,453 miles
Pass 18 Oct 2011 11,637 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 VFP is a 2008 Saab 9-3 in Blue with a 1,998cc 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 VX08 VFP, 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 VFP?

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What year was VX08 VFP registered?

VX08 VFP is a 2008 Saab 9-3, first registered on 1 March 2008.

Is VX08 VFP safe to buy?

The MOT history for VX08 VFP 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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