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FE08 TRX

2008 Saab 9-3

Blue Petrol 2000cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Dec 2020
Tests13 (10 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate76.9%

Mileage

131,192 mi
Last recorded131,192 miles
Recorded on18 Dec 2019
Typical for 2008 Saab 9-387,215 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFE08 TRX
MakeSaab
Model9-3
Year2008
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,000cc

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MOT History

10 pass 3 fail
Pass 18 Dec 2019 131,192 miles
Fail 18 Dec 2019 131,192 miles

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

Pass 19 Dec 2018 106,735 miles

Slight play in upper steering column

Pass 11 Dec 2017 83,210 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 23 Dec 2016 64,048 miles
Pass 30 Dec 2015 51,376 miles
Fail 30 Dec 2015 51,376 miles

Nearside Rear Stop lamp emits other than a steady red light (1.2.1e)

Offside Rear Stop lamp emits other than a steady red light (1.2.1e)

Pass 2 Mar 2015 46,470 miles
Fail 2 Mar 2015 46,470 miles

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

Pass 4 Mar 2014 40,247 miles

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

n/s/r brake binding slightly

Pass 20 Feb 2013 33,299 miles
Pass 21 Feb 2012 26,391 miles
Pass 18 Feb 2011 19,603 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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FE08 TRX is a 2008 Saab 9-3 in Blue with a 2,000cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.9%.

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 FE08 TRX, 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 FE08 TRX registered?

FE08 TRX is a 2008 Saab 9-3, first registered on 8 March 2008.

Is FE08 TRX safe to buy?

The MOT history for FE08 TRX shows 13 tests with a 76.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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