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FV57 OUW

2008 Saab 9-3

Grey Diesel 1910cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 Mar 2020
Tests11 (10 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90.9%

Mileage

149,078 mi
Last recorded149,078 miles
Recorded on21 Mar 2019
Typical for 2008 Saab 9-387,215 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFV57 OUW
MakeSaab
Model9-3
Year2008
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,910cc

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MOT History

10 pass 1 fail
Pass 21 Mar 2019 149,078 miles
Pass 16 Mar 2018 139,674 miles
Pass 21 Mar 2017 136,596 miles
Fail 16 Mar 2017 136,388 miles

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

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Pass 15 Mar 2016 110,222 miles
Pass 13 May 2015 101,902 miles
Pass 14 May 2014 90,093 miles
Pass 29 Apr 2013 79,021 miles
Pass 4 May 2012 63,517 miles

Both front tyres getting low on tread (3.5mm)

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Pass 10 May 2011 43,949 miles
Pass 4 Feb 2011 41,651 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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FV57 OUW is a 2008 Saab 9-3 in Grey with a 1,910cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.9%.

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 FV57 OUW, 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 FV57 OUW registered?

FV57 OUW is a 2008 Saab 9-3, first registered on 1 February 2008.

Is FV57 OUW safe to buy?

The MOT history for FV57 OUW shows 11 tests with a 90.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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