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FM08 CFO

2008 Saab 9-3

Black Diesel 1910cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Jul 2018
Tests8 (7 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

60,228 mi
Last recorded60,228 miles
Recorded on20 Jun 2017
Typical for 2008 Saab 9-387,215 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFM08 CFO
MakeSaab
Model9-3
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,910cc

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MOT History

7 pass 1 fail
Pass 20 Jun 2017 60,228 miles

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit Inside edge (4.1.E.1)

Pass 9 Jul 2016 58,297 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

light corrosion on discs

light wear on front inner treads

Fail 8 Jul 2016 58,285 miles

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

registration plate fitted to the front does not have black characters on a white background (6.3.2a)

registration plate fitted to the rear does not have black characters on a yellow background (6.3.2b)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

light corrosion on discs

light wear on front inner treads

Pass 19 Jul 2015 53,951 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

corrosion on discs

Pass 12 Jul 2014 50,795 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

front discs corroded

rear tyres cracking in tread

Pass 15 Jul 2013 45,864 miles
Pass 6 Jul 2012 39,326 miles
Pass 28 Jun 2011 29,831 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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FM08 CFO is a 2008 Saab 9-3 in Black with a 1,910cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

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 FM08 CFO, 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 FM08 CFO registered?

FM08 CFO is a 2008 Saab 9-3, first registered on 12 August 2008.

Is FM08 CFO safe to buy?

The MOT history for FM08 CFO shows 8 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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