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FM08 UZN

2008 Saab 9-3

Blue Petrol 1988cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires17 Jul 2027
Tests18 (16 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

155,451 mi
Last recorded155,451 miles
Recorded on25 Jun 2026
Typical for 2008 Saab 9-387,215 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFM08 UZN
MakeSaab
Model9-3
Year2008
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,988cc

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MOT History

16 pass 2 fail
Pass 25 Jun 2026 155,451 miles

Offside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Pass 18 Jul 2025 145,569 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 11 Jul 2024 142,140 miles
Pass 3 Jul 2023 135,600 miles
Pass 12 Jul 2022 121,338 miles
Pass 29 Jun 2021 110,691 miles
Pass 13 Jul 2020 104,448 miles

Nearside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Window damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 18 Jul 2019 96,133 miles

Offside Front tyre wearing on edge

Pass 10 Jul 2018 85,211 miles

outer sill covers fitted, not allowing a full inspection

Pass 21 Jul 2017 76,990 miles

Nearside Front Nail in tyre

Fail 20 Jul 2017 76,990 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Front Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Front Nail in tyre

Pass 21 Jul 2016 68,593 miles

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

Pass 19 Aug 2015 59,955 miles
Fail 19 Aug 2015 59,955 miles

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

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

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

Pass 18 Aug 2014 52,302 miles

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

Pass 13 Aug 2013 43,891 miles

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

Pass 14 Aug 2012 33,132 miles

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

Pass 18 Aug 2011 24,872 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 UZN is a 2008 Saab 9-3 in Blue with a 1,988cc 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 UZN, 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 UZN registered?

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

Is FM08 UZN safe to buy?

The MOT history for FM08 UZN 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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