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FM08 UPA

2008 Saab 9-3

Grey Petrol 1998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Aug 2017
Tests8 (6 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

69,811 mi
Last recorded69,811 miles
Recorded on29 Jul 2016
Typical for 2008 Saab 9-387,215 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

6 pass 2 fail
Pass 29 Jul 2016 69,811 miles

both front brake discs worn/lipped

nail in offside front tyre

Pass 21 Aug 2015 64,759 miles

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

Fail 21 Aug 2015 64,759 miles

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

Pass 6 Aug 2014 61,184 miles
Pass 26 Jul 2013 57,420 miles

Nail in nearside rear tyre

both rear tyres wearing low + both rear tyre tread has a serious cracks

Pass 24 Jul 2012 55,290 miles
Fail 24 Jul 2012 55,290 miles

Offside Side repeater not working (1.4.A.2c)

Nail in nearside rear tyre

Pass 23 Aug 2011 39,458 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 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.

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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.

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