MOT Status
ExpiredMileage
69,811 miBelow or average mileage for this year
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both front brake discs worn/lipped
nail in offside front tyre
Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
exhaust system corroded
rear exhaust heat shield insecure/rattling
Nearside Rear Valve stem seriously damaged (4.1.D.1e)
Offside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
exhaust system corroded
rear exhaust heat shield insecure/rattling
Nail in nearside rear tyre
both rear tyres wearing low + both rear tyre tread has a serious cracks
Offside Side repeater not working (1.4.A.2c)
Nail in nearside rear tyre
How Reliable is the Saab 9-3?
Based on 2,294,034 MOT tests across 155,316 vehicles.
Top MOT Failure Points
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FM08 UPA is a 2008 Saab 9-3 in Grey with a 1,998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.
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 FM08 UPA, 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 UPA?
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What year was FM08 UPA registered?
FM08 UPA is a 2008 Saab 9-3, first registered on 21 August 2008.
Is FM08 UPA safe to buy?
The MOT history for FM08 UPA shows 8 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.
Does FM08 UPA have outstanding finance?
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