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FE08 XZN

2008 Saab 9-3

Black Petrol 2000cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Nov 2021
Tests16 (10 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate62.5%

Mileage

113,380 mi
Last recorded113,380 miles
Recorded on19 Nov 2020
Typical for 2008 Saab 9-387,215 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFE08 XZN
MakeSaab
Model9-3
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,000cc

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MOT History

10 pass 6 fail
Pass 19 Nov 2020 113,380 miles
Fail 3 Nov 2020 113,196 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 2 May 2019 96,864 miles
Pass 5 Apr 2018 86,851 miles

Central silencer outer skin damaged

Oil leak ()

Fail 5 Apr 2018 86,851 miles

Central silencer outer skin damaged

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Oil leak ()

Pass 10 Apr 2017 84,096 miles

After market front fog lamps continuously flashing and could be considered off putting to other road users

Oil leak ()

Fail 10 Apr 2017 84,095 miles

Offside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

After market front fog lamps continuously flashing and could be considered off putting to other road users

Oil leak ()

Pass 30 Apr 2016 81,187 miles
Fail 22 Apr 2016 81,094 miles

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

Pass 20 Apr 2015 77,518 miles

Oil leak

Pass 7 Apr 2014 73,648 miles

Oil leak

Fail 7 Apr 2014 73,648 miles

Offside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Oil leak

Pass 29 Apr 2013 69,886 miles

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

Pass 6 Mar 2012 55,357 miles
Fail 6 Mar 2012 55,357 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 17 Mar 2011 39,599 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 XZN is a 2008 Saab 9-3 in Black with a 2,000cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 62.5%.

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 FE08 XZN, 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 XZN registered?

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

Is FE08 XZN safe to buy?

The MOT history for FE08 XZN shows 16 tests with a 62.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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