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DL57 HCX

2008 Saab 9-3

Black Diesel 1910cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Nov 2022
Tests12 (11 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate91.7%

Mileage

134,953 mi
Last recorded134,953 miles
Recorded on15 Nov 2021
Typical for 2008 Saab 9-387,215 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDL57 HCX
MakeSaab
Model9-3
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,910cc

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MOT History

11 pass 1 fail
Pass 15 Nov 2021 134,953 miles
Fail 25 Oct 2021 134,815 miles

Fuel system component leaking Fuel filter (6.1.3 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 16 Nov 2020 131,654 miles
Pass 16 May 2019 123,308 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2018 112,052 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 2 May 2017 100,264 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2016 89,847 miles

Nearside Front Inner Tyre worn close to the legal limit edge (4.1.E.1)

Nearside Front tyre side wall cut

Offside Front Inner Tyre worn close to the legal limit edge (4.1.E.1)

covers over testable items

Pass 19 May 2015 80,122 miles
Pass 9 May 2014 73,789 miles
Pass 13 May 2013 63,853 miles
Pass 2 Feb 2012 47,548 miles
Pass 20 Jan 2011 35,908 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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DL57 HCX is a 2008 Saab 9-3 in Black with a 1,910cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 91.7%.

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 DL57 HCX, 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 DL57 HCX registered?

DL57 HCX is a 2008 Saab 9-3, first registered on 8 February 2008.

Is DL57 HCX safe to buy?

The MOT history for DL57 HCX shows 12 tests with a 91.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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