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AK08 DXE

2008 Saab 9-3

Blue Petrol 2000cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 Nov 2023
Tests15 (13 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate86.7%

Mileage

106,562 mi
Last recorded106,562 miles
Recorded on14 Oct 2022
Typical for 2008 Saab 9-387,215 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAK08 DXE
MakeSaab
Model9-3
Year2008
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,000cc

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MOT History

13 pass 2 fail
Pass 14 Oct 2022 106,562 miles
Pass 30 Oct 2021 93,482 miles
Pass 3 Nov 2020 88,838 miles
Pass 4 Nov 2019 87,988 miles
Pass 3 Nov 2018 85,094 miles
Fail 3 Nov 2018 85,094 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 4 Nov 2017 79,404 miles
Pass 6 Nov 2016 74,651 miles

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

Pass 15 Feb 2016 69,011 miles
Fail 15 Feb 2016 69,008 miles

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Pass 3 Mar 2015 62,287 miles

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

Pass 24 Feb 2014 54,880 miles
Pass 5 Mar 2013 47,203 miles

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

Pass 28 Feb 2012 37,317 miles

235/45/17 97w extra load

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

nearside rear tyre deteriorated

offside rear tyre slightly deteriorated

Pass 1 Mar 2011 25,147 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 DXE is a 2008 Saab 9-3 in Blue with a 2,000cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.7%.

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 DXE, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was AK08 DXE registered?

AK08 DXE is a 2008 Saab 9-3, first registered on 20 March 2008.

Is AK08 DXE safe to buy?

The MOT history for AK08 DXE shows 15 tests with a 86.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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