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FV08 XZK

2008 Saab 9-3

Black Diesel 1910cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 Sep 2025
Tests15 (14 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.3%

Mileage

173,832 mi
Last recorded173,832 miles
Recorded on5 Sep 2024
Typical for 2008 Saab 9-387,215 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFV08 XZK
MakeSaab
Model9-3
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,910cc

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MOT History

14 pass 1 fail
Pass 5 Sep 2024 173,832 miles
Pass 11 Sep 2023 162,684 miles
Pass 12 Sep 2022 146,853 miles

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 6 Sep 2021 129,514 miles
Pass 8 Sep 2020 113,218 miles
Pass 12 Sep 2019 102,200 miles
Pass 15 Sep 2018 94,876 miles

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

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 15 Jul 2017 92,014 miles

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

Pass 9 Jul 2016 86,419 miles

Offside Front anti roll bar free play

Fail 9 Jul 2016 86,419 miles

Fuel system component leaking filter housing (7.2.3)

Pass 8 Jul 2015 77,199 miles

undertrays & cover sills fitted

Pass 14 Jul 2014 65,766 miles

Nearside steering rack arm slight movement

Sill covers fitted

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 11 Jul 2013 52,935 miles

Both rear discs lipped.

Nail in offside rear tyre

Pass 24 Jul 2012 39,358 miles
Pass 24 Jun 2011 28,485 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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FV08 XZK is a 2008 Saab 9-3 in Black with a 1,910cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.3%.

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 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 FV08 XZK, 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 FV08 XZK registered?

FV08 XZK is a 2008 Saab 9-3, first registered on 25 June 2008.

Is FV08 XZK safe to buy?

The MOT history for FV08 XZK shows 15 tests with a 93.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does FV08 XZK have outstanding finance?

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