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FM57 KYR

2008 Saab 9-3

Beige Diesel 1910cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires4 Dec 2022
Tests15 (11 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate73.3%

Mileage

111,320 mi
Last recorded111,320 miles
Recorded on25 Nov 2021
Typical for 2008 Saab 9-387,215 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFM57 KYR
MakeSaab
Model9-3
Year2008
ColourBeige
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,910cc

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MOT History

11 pass 4 fail
Pass 25 Nov 2021 111,320 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2.53mm (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2.89mm (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 25 Nov 2021 111,320 miles

Offside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2.53mm (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2.89mm (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 1 Dec 2020 106,364 miles

Offside Rear Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))

Fail 1 Dec 2020 106,364 miles

Nearside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt Lower ball joint has play (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Rear Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))

Pass 5 Jun 2019 91,584 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 5 Jun 2018 86,797 miles
Pass 24 May 2017 83,542 miles
Pass 18 Mar 2016 79,767 miles
Pass 4 Feb 2015 76,802 miles
Fail 4 Feb 2015 76,802 miles

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Pass 10 Feb 2014 75,193 miles
Pass 8 Feb 2013 73,748 miles

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

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Fail 8 Feb 2013 73,748 miles

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

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

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Pass 10 Dec 2011 66,717 miles
Pass 29 Dec 2010 51,116 miles

STRONG ADVISE n/s/f tyre 1.6mm

o/s/f tyre 3mm

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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FM57 KYR is a 2008 Saab 9-3 in Beige with a 1,910cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.3%.

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 FM57 KYR, 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 FM57 KYR registered?

FM57 KYR is a 2008 Saab 9-3, first registered on 7 January 2008.

Is FM57 KYR safe to buy?

The MOT history for FM57 KYR shows 15 tests with a 73.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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