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AM08 WBG

2008 Saab 9-3

Black Diesel 1910cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Aug 2021
Tests13 (10 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate76.9%

Mileage

141,903 mi
Last recorded141,903 miles
Recorded on28 Aug 2020
Typical for 2008 Saab 9-387,215 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAM08 WBG
MakeSaab
Model9-3
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,910cc

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MOT History

10 pass 3 fail
Pass 28 Aug 2020 141,903 miles

Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Exhaust emits black smoke during acceleration (8.2.1.2 (g))

Exhaust emits blue smoke during acceleration (8.2.1.2 (g))

Pass 27 Aug 2019 133,961 miles
Pass 11 Jun 2018 106,036 miles
Pass 27 May 2017 98,268 miles
Pass 16 May 2016 91,546 miles

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

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

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

Offside Rear Tyre perished

Fail 12 May 2015 82,601 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 12 May 2015 82,601 miles
Pass 7 May 2014 71,882 miles

tyre pressure monitoring warning message and warning light are illuminated

Fail 6 May 2014 71,849 miles

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1) DANGEROUS

tyre pressure monitoring warning message and warning light are illuminated

Pass 20 May 2013 60,001 miles

Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 22 May 2012 47,214 miles
Fail 21 May 2012 47,214 miles

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Nearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b) DANGEROUS

tyre size 225/45x18 ZR 95Y

Pass 5 May 2011 36,360 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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AM08 WBG is a 2008 Saab 9-3 in Black with a 1,910cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.9%.

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 AM08 WBG, 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 AM08 WBG registered?

AM08 WBG is a 2008 Saab 9-3, first registered on 16 April 2008.

Is AM08 WBG safe to buy?

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