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FM08 UXA

2008 Saab 9-3

Grey Petrol 1998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 Aug 2018
Tests9 (6 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

57,074 mi
Last recorded57,074 miles
Recorded on14 Aug 2017
Typical for 2008 Saab 9-387,215 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

6 pass 3 fail
Pass 14 Aug 2017 57,074 miles
Pass 15 Aug 2016 53,862 miles
Fail 15 Aug 2016 53,862 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage worn and seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

Pass 14 Jul 2015 48,945 miles
Fail 26 Jun 2015 48,818 miles

Nearside Front Road wheel cracked (4.2.A.1a)

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

Pass 12 Jun 2014 44,253 miles
Fail 6 Jun 2014 44,092 miles

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

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

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

Front Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Pass 21 Sep 2012 34,384 miles

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

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

Pass 15 Aug 2011 23,125 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 UXA is a 2008 Saab 9-3 in Grey with a 1,998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 UXA, 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

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What year was FM08 UXA registered?

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

Is FM08 UXA safe to buy?

The MOT history for FM08 UXA shows 9 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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