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BP57 NOU

2008 Saab 9-3

Silver Diesel 1910cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 Jul 2023
Tests12 (8 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

103,578 mi
Last recorded103,578 miles
Recorded on23 Jun 2022
Typical for 2008 Saab 9-387,215 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBP57 NOU
MakeSaab
Model9-3
Year2008
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,910cc

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MOT History

8 pass 4 fail
Pass 23 Jun 2022 103,578 miles
Pass 22 Jul 2021 126,599 miles
Fail 4 Jun 2021 124,719 miles
Pass 21 Feb 2019 95,320 miles
Fail 22 Dec 2014 61,759 miles

Corrosion in O/S/R brake back plate.

Nearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Pass 22 Dec 2014 61,759 miles

Corrosion in O/S/R brake back plate.

Pass 6 Jun 2013 53,601 miles
Fail 6 Jun 2013 53,601 miles

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

Pass 30 May 2012 41,502 miles
Fail 30 May 2012 41,502 miles

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

Offside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b) DANGEROUS

Pass 26 May 2011 29,248 miles
Pass 31 Jan 2011 27,232 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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BP57 NOU is a 2008 Saab 9-3 in Silver with a 1,910cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 BP57 NOU, 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

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What year was BP57 NOU registered?

BP57 NOU is a 2008 Saab 9-3, first registered on 29 January 2008.

Is BP57 NOU safe to buy?

The MOT history for BP57 NOU shows 12 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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