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EX08 UBK

2008 Saab 9-3 Airflow 120 Dt

Black Diesel 1910cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Jun 2019
Tests13 (8 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate61.5%

Mileage

105,822 mi
Last recorded105,822 miles
Recorded on18 Jun 2018
Typical for 2008 Saab 9-3 Airflow 120 Dt112,050 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEX08 UBK
MakeSaab
Model9-3 Airflow 120 Dt
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,910cc

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MOT History

8 pass 5 fail
Pass 18 Jun 2018 105,822 miles
Fail 18 Jun 2018 105,822 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Fail 14 Jun 2018 105,818 miles

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.2.2 (g))

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Pass 20 Jun 2017 99,215 miles
Fail 13 Jun 2017 99,148 miles

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

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

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

Pass 7 Jun 2016 89,886 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Pass 9 Jun 2015 80,796 miles
Fail 5 Jun 2015 80,796 miles

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

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

Pass 15 May 2014 70,894 miles
Pass 22 May 2013 61,662 miles
Fail 10 Apr 2012 53,397 miles

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

Offside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

n/s/f wiper blade is split in its centre

Pass 10 Apr 2012 53,397 miles

n/s/f wiper blade is split in its centre

Pass 8 Apr 2011 49,045 miles

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

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

How Reliable is the Saab 9-3 Airflow 120 Dt?

Based on 840 MOT tests across 102 vehicles.

75.5%
Pass Rate
8,933
Miles/Year
19
Year Lifespan
102
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 36
coil spring broken 22
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 12
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 10
brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened 8
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EX08 UBK is a 2008 Saab 9-3 Airflow 120 Dt in Black with a 1,910cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 61.5%.

Across all 2008 Saab 9-3 Airflow 120 Dt models, the average MOT pass rate is 73.9% with a typical mileage of 112,050 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 Airflow 120 Dt fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 36 recorded failures. If you're considering buying EX08 UBK, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Saab 9-3 Airflow 120 Dt typically stays on UK roads for around 19 years. At 18 years old, this Saab 9-3 Airflow 120 Dt is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was EX08 UBK registered?

EX08 UBK is a 2008 Saab 9-3 Airflow 120 Dt, first registered on 18 March 2008.

Is EX08 UBK safe to buy?

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