MOT Status
ExpiredMileage
225,776 miSignificantly above average — investigate
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Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened all four discs (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive subframe rear (5.3.6 (a) (i))
Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
Offside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
Rear Tyre slightly damaged o/s and n/s (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
Front coil spring broken both (2.4.C.1a)
Fuel system component leaking (7.2.3)
Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
Advise small cuts in both rear tyres.
Windscreen has a sticker or other obstruction encroaching into the swept area by more than 40mm outside zone 'A' (8.3.1e)
Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
Advise small cuts in both rear tyres.
Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
How Reliable is the Saab 9-3?
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BL08 BFZ is a 2008 Saab 9-3 in Blue with a 1,910cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.7%.
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 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 BL08 BFZ, 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 BL08 BFZ registered?
BL08 BFZ is a 2008 Saab 9-3, first registered on 1 August 2008.
Is BL08 BFZ safe to buy?
The MOT history for BL08 BFZ shows 15 tests with a 86.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.
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