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AE08 PNZ

2008 Saab 9-3

Black Petrol 1988cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Mar 2015
Tests6 (5 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

56,014 mi
Last recorded56,014 miles
Recorded on19 Mar 2014
Typical for 2008 Saab 9-387,215 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAE08 PNZ
MakeSaab
Model9-3
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,988cc

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MOT History

5 pass 1 fail
Pass 19 Mar 2014 56,014 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Rear registration plate delaminated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Pass 20 Mar 2013 45,037 miles
Fail 18 Mar 2013 44,949 miles

Offside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 17 May 2012 35,408 miles

offside front fog light broken

Pass 25 May 2011 28,807 miles
Pass 21 Nov 2008 7,287 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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AE08 PNZ is a 2008 Saab 9-3 in Black with a 1,988cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 AE08 PNZ, 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 AE08 PNZ registered?

AE08 PNZ is a 2008 Saab 9-3, first registered on 1 April 2008.

Is AE08 PNZ safe to buy?

The MOT history for AE08 PNZ shows 6 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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