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FD57 UEA

2008 Saab 9-3

Grey Diesel 1910cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 Nov 2013
Tests5 (3 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate60%

Mileage

111,658 mi
Last recorded111,658 miles
Recorded on30 Oct 2012
Typical for 2008 Saab 9-387,215 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFD57 UEA
MakeSaab
Model9-3
Year2008
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,910cc
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MOT History

3 pass 2 fail
Pass 30 Oct 2012 111,658 miles
Fail 30 Oct 2012 111,654 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

Pass 3 Nov 2011 90,698 miles
Fail 3 Nov 2011 90,697 miles

Fuel system component leaking (7.2.3)

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

Pass 14 Dec 2010 69,369 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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FD57 UEA is a 2008 Saab 9-3 in Grey with a 1,910cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 60%.

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 FD57 UEA, 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

How do I check the history of FD57 UEA?

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What year was FD57 UEA registered?

FD57 UEA is a 2008 Saab 9-3, first registered on 27 January 2008.

Is FD57 UEA safe to buy?

The MOT history for FD57 UEA shows 5 tests with a 60% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does FD57 UEA have outstanding finance?

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