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FM08 UTN

2008 Saab 9-3

Black Diesel 1910cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 Jan 2022
Tests11 (10 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90.9%

Mileage

189,647 mi
Last recorded189,647 miles
Recorded on7 Jan 2021
Typical for 2008 Saab 9-387,215 mi

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

10 pass 1 fail
Pass 7 Jan 2021 189,647 miles
Pass 7 Jan 2020 180,621 miles
Pass 11 Dec 2018 169,342 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Fail 11 Dec 2018 169,342 miles

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

Nearside Rear Fuel pipe union leaking (6.1.3 (b) (i))

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 13 Dec 2017 158,209 miles
Pass 16 Dec 2016 139,396 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

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

Pass 6 Jan 2016 116,591 miles

engine covers and under trays fitted preventing full inspection of some components

Pass 11 Dec 2014 99,072 miles
Pass 10 Dec 2013 85,601 miles
Pass 10 Jan 2013 70,573 miles

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

Pass 9 Jan 2012 50,893 miles

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

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

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 UTN is a 2008 Saab 9-3 in Black with a 1,910cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.9%.

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 UTN, 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 UTN registered?

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

Is FM08 UTN safe to buy?

The MOT history for FM08 UTN shows 11 tests with a 90.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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