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FG08 VXK

2008 Saab 9-3

Black Petrol 1998cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires28 Jan 2027
Tests17 (15 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.2%

Mileage

43,630 mi
Last recorded43,630 miles
Recorded on19 Jan 2026
Typical for 2008 Saab 9-387,215 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFG08 VXK
MakeSaab
Model9-3
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,998cc

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MOT History

15 pass 2 fail
Pass 19 Jan 2026 43,630 miles
Pass 29 Jan 2025 41,967 miles

Nearside Rear Integral body structure is deformed but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced body damage bumper and tailgate (6.1.1 (a) (i))

Pass 25 Jan 2024 40,269 miles
Pass 18 Jan 2023 38,716 miles

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

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

Pass 20 Jan 2022 36,380 miles
Pass 20 Jan 2021 33,990 miles
Pass 8 Jul 2019 31,950 miles
Pass 2 Jul 2018 27,672 miles
Fail 2 Jul 2018 27,668 miles

Front Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak nearside and offside (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 28 Jun 2017 24,217 miles
Pass 28 Jul 2016 22,630 miles
Pass 25 Jul 2015 20,644 miles
Fail 17 Jul 2015 20,644 miles

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

Pass 26 Jul 2014 19,637 miles
Pass 11 Jul 2013 18,287 miles
Pass 8 Jun 2012 16,073 miles
Pass 17 May 2011 13,150 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 VXK is a 2008 Saab 9-3 in Black with a 1,998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.2%.

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 FG08 VXK, 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 VXK registered?

FG08 VXK is a 2008 Saab 9-3, first registered on 30 June 2008.

Is FG08 VXK safe to buy?

The MOT history for FG08 VXK shows 17 tests with a 88.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does FG08 VXK have outstanding finance?

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