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FE08 UEJ

2008 Saab 9-3

Silver Petrol 2000cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires4 Sep 2026
Tests16 (15 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.8%

Mileage

223,170 mi
Last recorded223,170 miles
Recorded on7 Aug 2025
Typical for 2008 Saab 9-387,215 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFE08 UEJ
MakeSaab
Model9-3
Year2008
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,000cc

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MOT History

15 pass 1 fail
Pass 7 Aug 2025 223,170 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp has a product on the light source but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

Offside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

Pass 3 Sep 2024 209,995 miles

Nearside Rear Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Fail 3 Sep 2024 209,995 miles

Nearside Rear Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 5 Sep 2023 199,836 miles

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 31 Aug 2022 188,740 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 3 Sep 2021 178,825 miles
Pass 24 Nov 2020 167,306 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Stop lamp(s) emits other than a steady red light (4.3.3 (a) (i))

Pass 12 Jun 2019 144,889 miles

all tyres cracking

oil leak

Pass 11 Jun 2018 127,764 miles
Pass 12 Jun 2017 117,390 miles
Pass 22 Mar 2016 101,011 miles

oil leak

Pass 25 Mar 2015 91,383 miles
Pass 12 Mar 2014 78,771 miles
Pass 19 Mar 2013 65,847 miles
Pass 26 Mar 2012 51,799 miles

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

Nail in offside rear tyre

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

rear tyres worn

slight leak of fluid from air con compressor

Pass 21 Mar 2011 36,358 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 UEJ is a 2008 Saab 9-3 in Silver with a 2,000cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.8%.

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 UEJ, 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 FE08 UEJ?

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What year was FE08 UEJ registered?

FE08 UEJ is a 2008 Saab 9-3, first registered on 28 March 2008.

Is FE08 UEJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for FE08 UEJ shows 16 tests with a 93.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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