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BG08 RFE

2008 Saab 9-3

Black Diesel 1910cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 May 2024
Tests18 (13 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate72.2%

Mileage

165,159 mi
Last recorded165,159 miles
Recorded on17 May 2023
Typical for 2008 Saab 9-387,215 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBG08 RFE
MakeSaab
Model9-3
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,910cc

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MOT History

13 pass 5 fail
Pass 17 May 2023 165,159 miles

Nearside Front Power steering ram has slight seepage from a joint (2.1.5 (a))

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 5 May 2022 162,101 miles

Nearside Power steering ram has slight seepage from a joint (2.1.5 (a))

Fail 5 May 2022 162,101 miles

Nearside Power steering ram has slight seepage from a joint (2.1.5 (a))

Nearside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 15 Apr 2021 157,221 miles

Nearside Front Power steering ram has slight seepage from a joint (2.1.5 (a))

Pass 28 Oct 2019 150,458 miles
Pass 5 Nov 2018 145,099 miles

Offside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Rear Stop lamp(s) emits other than a steady red light (4.3.3 (a) (i))

Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Pass 3 Nov 2017 138,656 miles
Pass 11 Nov 2016 124,557 miles

Front Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

Nearside Front slight play in steering rack knuckle joint

Fail 7 Nov 2016 124,453 miles

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

Wheel bolt(s) missing one on each wheel (4.2.A.1e)

Front Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

Nearside Front slight play in steering rack knuckle joint

Pass 4 Nov 2015 115,687 miles
Fail 4 Nov 2015 115,687 miles

Rear registration plate margin less than the minimum requirement GB sticker removed (6.3.4g)

Fail 21 Oct 2014 102,310 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 21 Oct 2014 102,310 miles
Pass 1 Nov 2013 85,405 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)

Pass 12 Oct 2012 62,096 miles

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

Fail 12 Oct 2012 62,096 miles

Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)

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

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

Pass 7 Nov 2011 42,507 miles
Pass 14 May 2011 42,432 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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BG08 RFE is a 2008 Saab 9-3 in Black with a 1,910cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.2%.

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 BG08 RFE, 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 BG08 RFE registered?

BG08 RFE is a 2008 Saab 9-3, first registered on 29 April 2008.

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