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BF08 MXM

2008 Saab 9-3

Blue Diesel 1910cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Dec 2018
Tests11 (8 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate72.7%

Mileage

86,564 mi
Last recorded86,564 miles
Recorded on2 Dec 2017
Typical for 2008 Saab 9-387,215 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBF08 MXM
MakeSaab
Model9-3
Year2008
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,910cc

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MOT History

8 pass 3 fail
Pass 2 Dec 2017 86,564 miles

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

Fail 25 Nov 2017 86,343 miles

Brake performance not tested (3.7.A.1)

Offside Front coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)

Offside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Offside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

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

Pass 9 Jan 2017 76,005 miles
Pass 17 Dec 2015 72,637 miles
Pass 11 Dec 2014 64,854 miles
Fail 11 Dec 2014 64,854 miles

Nearside Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Pass 10 Jan 2014 57,521 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Items removed from driver's view prior to test

Nearside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Offside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 31 Dec 2012 43,761 miles
Fail 31 Dec 2012 43,754 miles

Nearside Front Braking system leaking (3.6.A.1)

Pass 20 Mar 2012 41,999 miles

Nail in nearside rear tyre

Nearside Rear Stop lamp slightly discoloured (1.2.1e)

Pass 11 Apr 2011 28,338 miles

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)

both front tyres worn on outer edges

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 MXM is a 2008 Saab 9-3 in Blue with a 1,910cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.7%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 MXM, 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 MXM registered?

BF08 MXM is a 2008 Saab 9-3, first registered on 31 March 2008.

Is BF08 MXM safe to buy?

The MOT history for BF08 MXM shows 11 tests with a 72.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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