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AT57 FGP

2008 Saab 9-3

Black Petrol 2792cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires25 Jun 2027
Tests19 (15 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate78.9%

Mileage

120,833 mi
Last recorded120,833 miles
Recorded on18 Jun 2026
Typical for 2008 Saab 9-387,215 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAT57 FGP
MakeSaab
Model9-3
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,792cc

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MOT History

15 pass 4 fail
Pass 18 Jun 2026 120,833 miles

Nearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 24 Jun 2025 117,583 miles
Fail 23 Jun 2025 117,581 miles

Offside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt Boot split (6.1.7 (g) (ii))

Fluid leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 28 May 2024 113,839 miles
Pass 26 Jun 2023 112,647 miles
Fail 26 Jun 2023 112,647 miles

Nearside Side repeater incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))

Pass 21 Dec 2021 109,780 miles
Pass 12 Dec 2020 109,757 miles
Pass 17 Jun 2019 105,356 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Offside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Pass 14 Jun 2018 95,623 miles
Pass 16 Jun 2017 89,477 miles

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

n/s/r and o/s/r tyres worn from inner edge

Pass 17 Jun 2016 83,379 miles
Pass 18 Jun 2015 77,361 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 27 Feb 2014 68,851 miles

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

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

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

Fail 11 Feb 2013 64,624 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

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

Pass 11 Feb 2013 64,624 miles
Fail 23 Feb 2012 54,762 miles

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

Pass 23 Feb 2012 54,762 miles
Pass 10 Mar 2011 51,208 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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AT57 FGP is a 2008 Saab 9-3 in Black with a 2,792cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.9%.

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 AT57 FGP, 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

How do I check the history of AT57 FGP?

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What year was AT57 FGP registered?

AT57 FGP is a 2008 Saab 9-3, first registered on 20 February 2008.

Is AT57 FGP safe to buy?

The MOT history for AT57 FGP shows 19 tests with a 78.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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