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FM08 USX

2008 Saab 9-3

Grey Petrol 1998cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires5 Dec 2026
Tests18 (16 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

91,775 mi
Last recorded91,775 miles
Recorded on14 Nov 2025
Typical for 2008 Saab 9-387,215 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

16 pass 2 fail
Pass 14 Nov 2025 91,775 miles
Pass 18 Nov 2024 91,102 miles
Pass 22 Nov 2023 89,957 miles
Pass 5 Dec 2022 88,537 miles
Pass 13 Nov 2021 85,742 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing cracking in tread area (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Front drivers seat belt slightly slow to retract but works correctly

Pass 19 Nov 2020 82,758 miles

Brake pad(s) wearing thin both rear brake pads 70 % worn (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 6 Dec 2019 80,326 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing curbing scuffs (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

drivers seat belt slow to retract but working ok

Pass 4 Dec 2018 77,305 miles
Pass 11 Nov 2017 74,065 miles
Pass 23 Nov 2016 70,434 miles
Fail 23 Nov 2016 70,434 miles

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

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

Pass 29 Sep 2016 69,355 miles

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

Fail 29 Sep 2016 69,355 miles

Bonnet retaining device ineffective secondary catch seized (8.4.2)

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

Pass 29 Sep 2015 61,796 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Pass 25 Sep 2014 54,177 miles

Nearside Rear Anti-roll bar has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Pass 2 Oct 2013 46,375 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

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

Pass 7 Sep 2012 34,803 miles
Pass 20 Aug 2011 25,253 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 USX is a 2008 Saab 9-3 in Grey with a 1,998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

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 USX, 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 USX?

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What year was FM08 USX registered?

FM08 USX is a 2008 Saab 9-3, first registered on 21 August 2008.

Is FM08 USX safe to buy?

The MOT history for FM08 USX shows 18 tests with a 88.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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