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AD56 PLD

2008 Saab 9-3

Blue Diesel 1910cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Feb 2018
Tests10 (7 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate70%

Mileage

128,999 mi
Last recorded128,999 miles
Recorded on23 Feb 2017
Typical for 2008 Saab 9-387,215 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAD56 PLD
MakeSaab
Model9-3
Year2008
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,910cc

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MOT History

7 pass 3 fail
Pass 23 Feb 2017 128,999 miles
Fail 21 Feb 2017 128,992 miles

Electronic stability system warning lamp indicates a fault (3.4.1c)

Offside Front Steering rack insecure (2.2.B.1a)

Pass 19 Jan 2016 121,534 miles
Fail 12 Jan 2016 121,397 miles

Offside Front Anti-roll bar has excessive play in a ball joint DROP LINK (2.4.G.2)

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

Pass 16 Jan 2015 110,936 miles
Pass 23 Jan 2014 99,699 miles

Nearside Front coil spring worn (2.4.C.1b)

Pass 12 Feb 2013 88,791 miles
Pass 17 May 2012 84,560 miles

fuel filter brkt broken from fuel tank secured to body filter lying slightly lower than normal

Fail 17 May 2012 84,560 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

fuel filter brkt broken from fuel tank secured to body filter lying slightly lower than normal

Pass 14 Jul 2011 77,517 miles

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

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

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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AD56 PLD is a 2008 Saab 9-3 in Blue with a 1,910cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 AD56 PLD, 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 AD56 PLD registered?

AD56 PLD is a 2008 Saab 9-3, first registered on 14 July 2008.

Is AD56 PLD safe to buy?

The MOT history for AD56 PLD shows 10 tests with a 70% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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