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BF08 MVW

2008 Saab 9-3

Silver Diesel 1910cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Feb 2016
Tests6 (5 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

123,959 mi
Last recorded123,959 miles
Recorded on2 Feb 2015
Typical for 2008 Saab 9-387,215 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBF08 MVW
MakeSaab
Model9-3
Year2008
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,910cc

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MOT History

5 pass 1 fail
Pass 2 Feb 2015 123,959 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Fail 2 Feb 2015 123,959 miles

Offside Rear Stop lamp emits other than a steady red light (1.2.1e)

Offside Rear position lamp(s) incorrect colour (1.1.A.3e)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 29 Mar 2014 103,837 miles
Pass 7 Mar 2013 82,872 miles
Pass 14 Mar 2012 66,892 miles
Pass 30 Mar 2011 53,362 miles

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

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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BF08 MVW is a 2008 Saab 9-3 in Silver with a 1,910cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 BF08 MVW, 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 BF08 MVW registered?

BF08 MVW is a 2008 Saab 9-3, first registered on 4 April 2008.

Is BF08 MVW safe to buy?

The MOT history for BF08 MVW shows 6 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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