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AK08 DVX

2008 Saab 9-3

Black Diesel 1910cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Oct 2020
Tests10 (9 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90%

Mileage

248,236 mi
Last recorded248,236 miles
Recorded on20 Apr 2019
Typical for 2008 Saab 9-387,215 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAK08 DVX
MakeSaab
Model9-3
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,910cc

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MOT History

9 pass 1 fail
Pass 20 Apr 2019 248,236 miles
Pass 21 Apr 2018 242,614 miles
Pass 29 Apr 2017 231,921 miles

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

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

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

Pass 6 Apr 2016 208,789 miles
Pass 1 Apr 2015 186,045 miles
Pass 8 Apr 2014 164,158 miles

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

exhaust front flex breaking.

Fail 7 Apr 2014 164,127 miles

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

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

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

exhaust front flex breaking.

Pass 15 Apr 2013 141,920 miles
Pass 5 Apr 2012 107,767 miles
Pass 23 Mar 2011 69,758 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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AK08 DVX is a 2008 Saab 9-3 in Black with a 1,910cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90%.

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 AK08 DVX, 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 AK08 DVX registered?

AK08 DVX is a 2008 Saab 9-3, first registered on 27 March 2008.

Is AK08 DVX safe to buy?

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