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FG08 VXC

2008 Saab 9-3

Blue Diesel 1910cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires31 Oct 2024
Tests21 (13 pass, 8 fail)
Pass rate61.9%

Mileage

169,009 mi
Last recorded169,009 miles
Recorded on31 Oct 2023
Typical for 2008 Saab 9-387,215 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFG08 VXC
MakeSaab
Model9-3
Year2008
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,910cc

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MOT History

13 pass 8 fail
Pass 31 Oct 2023 169,009 miles

Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing ALL (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 19 Oct 2022 164,690 miles
Fail 14 Oct 2022 164,686 miles

Brake pressure/vacuum build up too slow vacuum build up slow after 2 consecutive brake applications (1.1.3 (b))

Front Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases egr and front pipe area (6.1.2 (a))

Exhaust fumes causing a danger to health of persons on board (6.1.2 (b) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 1 Nov 2021 160,184 miles
Pass 30 Jul 2020 159,095 miles

Items removed from driver's view prior to test ()

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

Offside Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Fail 29 Jul 2020 159,095 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose bulging under pressure (1.1.12 (d))

Items removed from driver's view prior to test ()

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

Offside Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 30 Jul 2019 150,957 miles

Front Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))

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

Pass 18 Jun 2018 150,950 miles

Offside Rear additional brake/ tail lamp not working

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Fail 18 Jun 2018 150,950 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose bulging under pressure (1.1.12 (d))

Offside Front Brake hose bulging under pressure (1.1.12 (d))

Offside Rear additional brake/ tail lamp not working

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 12 May 2017 133,043 miles
Fail 12 May 2017 133,043 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Pass 12 Apr 2016 122,654 miles
Fail 1 Apr 2016 122,494 miles

Offside Front Brake hose excessively damaged cut (3.6.B.4d)

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

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Pass 8 May 2015 104,826 miles

Offside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

o/s/r brake sticking slightly

Fail 30 Apr 2015 104,440 miles

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

Offside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

o/s/r brake sticking slightly

Pass 16 Apr 2014 85,884 miles
Fail 11 Apr 2014 85,534 miles

Fuel system component leaking (7.2.3)

Fail 7 Apr 2014 85,328 miles

Fuel system component leaking (7.2.3)

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Pass 11 Apr 2013 67,791 miles
Pass 12 Apr 2012 45,936 miles

both rear tyres splits in tread pattern..225/45r17w

Pass 3 May 2011 28,635 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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FG08 VXC is a 2008 Saab 9-3 in Blue with a 1,910cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 61.9%.

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 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 VXC, 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 VXC registered?

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

Is FG08 VXC safe to buy?

The MOT history for FG08 VXC shows 21 tests with a 61.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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