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FG08 VXB

2008 Saab 9-3 Vector

Silver Diesel 1910cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires24 Aug 2026
Tests19 (16 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate84.2%

Mileage

98,893 mi
Last recorded98,893 miles
Recorded on19 Aug 2025
Typical for 2008 Saab 9-3 Vector70,149 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFG08 VXB
MakeSaab
Model9-3 Vector
Year2008
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,910cc

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MOT History

16 pass 3 fail
Pass 19 Aug 2025 98,893 miles
Fail 19 Aug 2025 98,893 miles

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

Nearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 30 Jul 2024 97,036 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Both sides (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Wheel bearing slightly noisy (5.1.3 (b) (i))

Pass 10 Aug 2023 94,150 miles
Pass 25 Jul 2022 89,835 miles
Pass 2 Aug 2021 85,442 miles
Pass 25 Aug 2020 81,012 miles
Fail 14 Aug 2020 81,002 miles

Exhaust emissions exceed level of metered smoke for a turbo charged engine (8.2.2.2 (b))

Offside Front Wheel bearing rough when rotated (5.1.3 (b) (i))

Pass 14 Aug 2019 73,201 miles

Nearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured and offside rear (4.4.3 (a))

Offside Front Lower Steering column universal joint has slight wear or play (2.2.2 (c))

Pass 22 Aug 2018 65,493 miles
Pass 3 May 2018 64,737 miles
Pass 11 Jan 2017 63,215 miles

engine covers fitted

slight corrosion on exhaust centre and rear

under trays fitted

Pass 19 Jan 2016 58,453 miles

engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 2 Mar 2015 52,140 miles
Pass 5 Mar 2014 43,334 miles
Pass 7 Mar 2013 33,865 miles
Pass 12 Mar 2012 22,896 miles
Pass 15 Mar 2011 18,405 miles
Fail 15 Mar 2011 18,404 miles

registration plate character(s) incorrectly spaced (6.3.4a)

How Reliable is the Saab 9-3 Vector?

Based on 1,145 MOT tests across 151 vehicles.

79.2%
Pass Rate
4,766
Miles/Year
20
Year Lifespan
151
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 16
coil spring broken 13
Anti-roll bar linkage has excessive play in a ball joint 12
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 9
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 9
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FG08 VXB is a 2008 Saab 9-3 Vector in Silver with a 1,910cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.2%.

Across all 2008 Saab 9-3 Vector models, the average MOT pass rate is 80.8% with a typical mileage of 70,149 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Saab 9-3 Vector fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 16 recorded failures. If you're considering buying FG08 VXB, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Saab 9-3 Vector typically stays on UK roads for around 20 years. At 18 years old, this Saab 9-3 Vector is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was FG08 VXB registered?

FG08 VXB is a 2008 Saab 9-3 Vector, first registered on 28 March 2008.

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The MOT history for FG08 VXB shows 19 tests with a 84.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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