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FG08 PFE

2008 Saab 9-3

Black Diesel 1910cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Feb 2022
Tests16 (11 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate68.8%

Mileage

112,755 mi
Last recorded112,755 miles
Recorded on26 Feb 2021
Typical for 2008 Saab 9-387,215 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFG08 PFE
MakeSaab
Model9-3
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,910cc

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MOT History

11 pass 5 fail
Pass 26 Feb 2021 112,755 miles

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

Pass 28 Feb 2020 110,391 miles

Headlight lenses tinted

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

Pass 20 Feb 2019 104,571 miles

Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output Both front headlamps tinted but still showing light (4.1.4 (b))

Fail 15 Feb 2019 104,560 miles

Nearside Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))

Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output Both front headlamps tinted but still showing light (4.1.4 (b))

Pass 21 Feb 2018 97,593 miles
Pass 22 Feb 2017 92,057 miles
Fail 22 Feb 2017 92,057 miles

Driver's door cannot be opened from outside the vehicle (6.2.B.1b)

Pass 20 Feb 2016 85,940 miles

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

Pass 23 Feb 2015 79,824 miles
Fail 23 Feb 2015 79,824 miles

Offside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Pass 22 May 2014 72,321 miles
Fail 22 May 2014 72,319 miles

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

Pass 23 May 2013 60,598 miles
Pass 28 May 2012 48,834 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 18 May 2011 35,688 miles

both rear tyres have perished cracks in tread,s.

Fail 18 May 2011 35,688 miles

Offside Headlamp aim aimed so that it dazzles other road users (1.8.A.1a)

both rear tyres have perished cracks in tread,s.

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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FG08 PFE is a 2008 Saab 9-3 in Black with a 1,910cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 68.8%.

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 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 FG08 PFE, 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 FG08 PFE registered?

FG08 PFE is a 2008 Saab 9-3, first registered on 28 May 2008.

Is FG08 PFE safe to buy?

The MOT history for FG08 PFE shows 16 tests with a 68.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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