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AE51 DAV

2008 Saab 9-3

Grey Diesel 1910cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 Sep 2021
Tests14 (10 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

141,224 mi
Last recorded141,224 miles
Recorded on10 Sep 2020
Typical for 2008 Saab 9-387,215 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAE51 DAV
MakeSaab
Model9-3
Year2008
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,910cc

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MOT History

10 pass 4 fail
Pass 10 Sep 2020 141,224 miles

Offside Front Power steering pipe/hose slightly damaged also slightly misty (2.1.5 (g) (i))

Fail 10 Sep 2020 141,224 miles

Front Power steering fluid reservoir empty (2.1.5 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Power steering pipe/hose slightly damaged also slightly misty (2.1.5 (g) (i))

Rear Fuel system component defective in the case of LPG/CNG/ LNG or hydrogen systems under tank (6.1.3 (f))

Pass 6 Sep 2019 140,731 miles
Pass 9 Aug 2018 109,370 miles
Fail 9 Aug 2018 109,363 miles

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

Fuel system component defective in the case of LPG/CNG/ LNG or hydrogen systems fuel filter leaking (6.1.3 (f)) DANGEROUS

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases front flexy (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 23 May 2017 80,545 miles
Pass 10 May 2016 65,016 miles
Fail 6 May 2016 65,016 miles

Power steering component(s) leaking (2.3.3b)

Power steering inoperative (2.3.3a)

Pass 20 May 2015 58,160 miles
Pass 20 May 2014 52,323 miles

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

nearside rear tyre cracking

Pass 20 May 2013 47,775 miles

nearsdie rear tyre splitting oin tread

offside front tyre inner sidewall splitting

oil residue around power steering rack

Pass 16 May 2012 42,804 miles
Fail 16 May 2012 42,804 miles

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

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

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

Pass 23 May 2011 35,980 miles

Nearside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

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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AE51 DAV is a 2008 Saab 9-3 in Grey with a 1,910cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

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 AE51 DAV, 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 AE51 DAV registered?

AE51 DAV is a 2008 Saab 9-3, first registered on 21 May 2008.

Is AE51 DAV safe to buy?

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