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FH08 DXL

2008 Saab 9-3

Blue Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 May 2018
Tests9 (7 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

48,118 mi
Last recorded48,118 miles
Recorded on17 May 2017
Typical for 2008 Saab 9-387,215 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFH08 DXL
MakeSaab
Model9-3
Year2008
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

7 pass 2 fail
Pass 17 May 2017 48,118 miles

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

Fail 17 May 2017 48,116 miles

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

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

Pass 16 May 2016 31,443 miles
Fail 16 May 2016 31,443 miles

Offside Rear Brake pipe inadequately supported (3.6.B.1)

Pass 14 May 2015 14,718 miles
Pass 25 Jun 2014 9,773 miles
Pass 1 Jul 2013 7,648 miles
Pass 28 Jun 2012 5,789 miles
Pass 14 Jun 2011 3,938 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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FH08 DXL is a 2008 Saab 9-3 in Blue with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

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 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 FH08 DXL, 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.

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What year was FH08 DXL registered?

FH08 DXL is a 2008 Saab 9-3, first registered on 30 June 2008.

Is FH08 DXL safe to buy?

The MOT history for FH08 DXL shows 9 tests with a 77.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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