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AB08 HWZ

2008 Saab 9-3

Blue Diesel 1910cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 Oct 2024
Tests16 (13 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate81.3%

Mileage

178,757 mi
Last recorded178,757 miles
Recorded on25 Oct 2023
Typical for 2008 Saab 9-387,215 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAB08 HWZ
MakeSaab
Model9-3
Year2008
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,910cc

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MOT History

13 pass 3 fail
Pass 25 Oct 2023 178,757 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Both fronts x2 (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened under body rust (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing All tyres perished x4 (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 11 Oct 2022 165,382 miles

Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases front pipe / mid section (6.1.2 (a))

Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output both hazing (4.1.4 (b))

Front Sub-frame is deformed but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Offside Front Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))

Offside Rear some corrosion to rear arch

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

slight oil leak

Pass 14 Oct 2021 156,547 miles

fuel tank heat shield damaged

Pass 20 Oct 2020 146,663 miles
Fail 15 Oct 2020 146,635 miles

Exhaust emissions exceed manufacturer's specified limit (8.2.2.2 (a))

Nearside Front Macpherson strut corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Offside Front Macpherson strut corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 11 Oct 2019 136,278 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

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

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 11 Oct 2019 136,277 miles

Exhaust emissions exceed manufacturer's specified limit (8.2.2.2 (a))

Exhaust on a vehicle fitted with a diesel particulate filter emits visible smoke of any colour (8.2.2.2 (d))

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

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

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 16 Oct 2018 127,840 miles

front brake pads / discs worn

Pass 13 Oct 2017 116,970 miles
Fail 10 Oct 2017 116,963 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b) DANGEROUS

Pass 12 Oct 2016 104,057 miles

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

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

Pass 14 Oct 2015 95,439 miles

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit O/S AND N/S (4.1.E.1)

Pass 15 Oct 2014 86,193 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

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

Pass 15 Oct 2013 76,783 miles
Pass 17 May 2012 51,591 miles

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

Pass 12 May 2011 27,513 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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AB08 HWZ is a 2008 Saab 9-3 in Blue with a 1,910cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.3%.

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 AB08 HWZ, 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 AB08 HWZ registered?

AB08 HWZ is a 2008 Saab 9-3, first registered on 20 May 2008.

Is AB08 HWZ safe to buy?

The MOT history for AB08 HWZ shows 16 tests with a 81.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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