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FM08 UZE

2008 Saab 9-3

Black Diesel 1910cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 Nov 2017
Tests7 (6 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

174,185 mi
Last recorded174,185 miles
Recorded on14 Nov 2016
Typical for 2008 Saab 9-387,215 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

6 pass 1 fail
Pass 14 Nov 2016 174,185 miles
Fail 11 Nov 2016 174,185 miles

Nearside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

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

Offside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Pass 16 Jul 2015 160,741 miles
Pass 23 Jul 2014 139,073 miles

advise n/s rear tyre worn inner edge

Pass 10 Jul 2013 124,165 miles

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

advise n/s front tyre worn badly outer edge

advise o/s n/s front inner pads worn

advise o/s rear tyre worn inner edge

advise wipers worn

Pass 6 Aug 2012 108,648 miles
Pass 1 Aug 2011 83,112 miles

Nail in nearside rear tyre

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 UZE is a 2008 Saab 9-3 in Black with a 1,910cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 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 UZE, 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 UZE registered?

FM08 UZE is a 2008 Saab 9-3, first registered on 8 August 2008.

Is FM08 UZE safe to buy?

The MOT history for FM08 UZE shows 7 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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