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FM08 UNL

2008 Saab 9-3

Grey Petrol 1998cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires18 Aug 2027
Tests20 (16 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

115,813 mi
Last recorded115,813 miles
Recorded on23 Jul 2026
Typical for 2008 Saab 9-387,215 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFM08 UNL
MakeSaab
Model9-3
Year2008
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,998cc

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MOT History

16 pass 4 fail
Pass 23 Jul 2026 115,813 miles
Pass 1 Aug 2025 115,106 miles
Pass 16 Aug 2024 113,892 miles
Fail 16 Aug 2024 113,892 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 19 Aug 2023 111,215 miles
Pass 11 Aug 2022 109,360 miles

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

Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Pass 10 Aug 2021 107,624 miles
Pass 31 Jul 2020 105,445 miles

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 12 Aug 2019 103,420 miles
Pass 2 Aug 2018 98,176 miles
Pass 15 Aug 2017 93,370 miles
Fail 11 Aug 2017 93,370 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

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

Pass 18 Aug 2016 89,150 miles
Fail 17 Aug 2016 89,150 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Pass 12 Aug 2015 83,746 miles
Fail 11 Aug 2015 83,746 miles

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

Pass 5 Aug 2014 79,114 miles
Pass 12 Aug 2013 72,068 miles

rear exhaust heatshield insecure

Pass 26 Jul 2012 63,720 miles

Nail in offside rear tyre

Pass 15 Aug 2011 58,436 miles

Nail in offside rear tyre

Offside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

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 UNL is a 2008 Saab 9-3 in Grey with a 1,998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 UNL, 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

How do I check the history of FM08 UNL?

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What year was FM08 UNL registered?

FM08 UNL is a 2008 Saab 9-3, first registered on 14 August 2008.

Is FM08 UNL safe to buy?

The MOT history for FM08 UNL shows 20 tests with a 80% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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