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AF08 RFJ

2008 Saab 9-3 Linear SE Tid 150

Blue Diesel 1910cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 May 2017
Tests10 (7 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate70%

Mileage

124,813 mi
Last recorded124,813 miles
Recorded on20 May 2016
Typical for 2008 Saab 9-3 Linear SE Tid 15083,560 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAF08 RFJ
MakeSaab
Model9-3 Linear SE Tid 150
Year2008
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,910cc
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MOT History

7 pass 3 fail
Pass 20 May 2016 124,813 miles

Nearside Front Power steering component(s) has slight seepage from a seal RACK (2.3.3b)

Fail 20 May 2016 124,813 miles

Nearside Front Power steering component(s) has slight seepage from a seal RACK (2.3.3b)

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Pass 23 May 2015 109,633 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Oil leak

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Fail 16 May 2015 109,442 miles

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

Nearside Rear Fuel system component leaking (7.2.3)

Nearside Rear Tyre(s) incorrect because different size tyres are fitted on the same axle. (4.1.A.1a)

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Oil leak

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 28 May 2014 96,165 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

nearside rear tyre wearing on inner shoulder

outer sill covers fitted unable to assess sills properly

tinted front windows

Pass 23 Jul 2013 96,139 miles
Pass 28 Feb 2013 96,029 miles

window tints dark

Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

n/s/r tyre worn on inner edge

Fail 28 Feb 2013 96,029 miles

Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

n/s/r tyre worn on inner edge

window tints dark

Pass 30 Mar 2012 83,560 miles
Pass 31 Mar 2011 67,538 miles

How Reliable is the Saab 9-3 Linear SE Tid 150?

Based on 1,025 MOT tests across 108 vehicles.

77.3%
Pass Rate
6,331
Miles/Year
19
Year Lifespan
108
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

coil spring broken 22
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 14
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 10
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 8
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AF08 RFJ is a 2008 Saab 9-3 Linear SE Tid 150 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 Linear SE Tid 150 models, the average MOT pass rate is 74.0% with a typical mileage of 83,560 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 Linear SE Tid 150 fails its MOT is coil spring broken, accounting for 22 recorded failures. If you're considering buying AF08 RFJ, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Saab 9-3 Linear SE Tid 150 typically stays on UK roads for around 19 years. At 18 years old, this Saab 9-3 Linear SE Tid 150 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was AF08 RFJ registered?

AF08 RFJ is a 2008 Saab 9-3 Linear SE Tid 150, first registered on 27 March 2008.

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