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A16 BRG

2008 Saab 9-3

Silver Diesel 1910cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 Dec 2022
Tests13 (12 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.3%

Mileage

77,627 mi
Last recorded77,627 miles
Recorded on8 Dec 2021
Typical for 2008 Saab 9-387,215 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationA16 BRG
MakeSaab
Model9-3
Year2008
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,910cc

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MOT History

12 pass 1 fail
Pass 8 Dec 2021 77,627 miles

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

Nearside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Offside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 9 Dec 2020 71,260 miles

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Pass 9 Dec 2019 64,823 miles
Pass 16 Nov 2018 55,049 miles
Pass 6 Dec 2017 47,742 miles
Pass 7 Dec 2016 39,893 miles
Pass 11 Dec 2015 33,757 miles
Pass 25 Feb 2015 27,677 miles
Pass 5 Sep 2014 24,504 miles
Pass 22 Aug 2013 20,652 miles
Pass 6 Sep 2012 18,486 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Fail 12 Sep 2011 15,818 miles

Offside Headlamp excessively deteriorated so that the light output is severely reduced (1.7.5a)

both rear tyres have flat spots on them

Pass 12 Sep 2011 15,818 miles

both rear tyres have flat spots on them

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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A16 BRG is a 2008 Saab 9-3 in Silver with a 1,910cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.3%.

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 A16 BRG, 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.

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What year was A16 BRG registered?

A16 BRG is a 2008 Saab 9-3, first registered on 15 December 2008.

Is A16 BRG safe to buy?

The MOT history for A16 BRG shows 13 tests with a 92.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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