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DG08 VSM

2008 Saab 9-3 Linear SE Tid 150

Silver Diesel 1910cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires17 Apr 2027
Tests15 (14 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.3%

Mileage

93,092 mi
Last recorded93,092 miles
Recorded on17 Apr 2026
Typical for 2008 Saab 9-3 Linear SE Tid 15083,560 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDG08 VSM
MakeSaab
Model9-3 Linear SE Tid 150
Year2008
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,910cc

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MOT History

14 pass 1 fail
Pass 17 Apr 2026 93,092 miles

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

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

Pass 12 Apr 2025 90,620 miles

exhaust leak from egr pipe

Pass 18 Apr 2024 89,233 miles

Central Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases egr pipe (6.1.2 (a))

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

Pass 27 Mar 2023 88,210 miles
Pass 16 Feb 2022 84,702 miles
Pass 28 Jan 2021 80,467 miles
Pass 23 Jul 2019 75,503 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 6 Apr 2018 67,747 miles

Engine cover and under tray fitted obscuring some components

Fail 5 Apr 2018 67,747 miles

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

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

Engine cover and under tray fitted obscuring some components

Pass 22 Mar 2016 66,491 miles

child seat fitted, not allowing full inspection of an adult belt

Pass 18 Mar 2015 59,407 miles
Pass 19 Mar 2014 48,104 miles
Pass 25 Mar 2013 40,141 miles
Pass 22 Feb 2012 31,800 miles
Pass 23 Feb 2011 22,967 miles

How Reliable is the Saab 9-3 Linear SE Tid 150?

Based on 1,025 MOT tests across 108 vehicles.

77.3%
Pass Rate
6,331
Miles/Year
19
Year Lifespan
108
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

coil spring broken 22
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 14
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 10
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 8
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DG08 VSM is a 2008 Saab 9-3 Linear SE Tid 150 in Silver with a 1,910cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.3%.

Across all 2008 Saab 9-3 Linear SE Tid 150 models, the average MOT pass rate is 74.0% with a typical mileage of 83,560 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Saab 9-3 Linear SE Tid 150 fails its MOT is coil spring broken, accounting for 22 recorded failures. If you're considering buying DG08 VSM, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Saab 9-3 Linear SE Tid 150 typically stays on UK roads for around 19 years. At 18 years old, this Saab 9-3 Linear SE Tid 150 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was DG08 VSM registered?

DG08 VSM is a 2008 Saab 9-3 Linear SE Tid 150, first registered on 29 March 2008.

Is DG08 VSM safe to buy?

The MOT history for DG08 VSM shows 15 tests with a 93.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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