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HK08 FZN

2008 Saab 9-3

Black Diesel 1910cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires11 Oct 2026
Tests18 (15 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

87,233 mi
Last recorded87,233 miles
Recorded on17 Sep 2025
Typical for 2008 Saab 9-387,215 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHK08 FZN
MakeSaab
Model9-3
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,910cc

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MOT History

15 pass 3 fail
Pass 17 Sep 2025 87,233 miles

Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output Both Fronts (4.1.4 (b))

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 25 Sep 2024 86,395 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

Offside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 3 Oct 2023 83,035 miles

Exhaust System Corroded

Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output Both Headlamps (4.1.4 (b))

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 12 Oct 2022 81,912 miles

Exhaust System Corroded

Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output Both Front Headlamps (4.1.4 (b))

Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Both Rear (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Fail 11 Oct 2022 81,912 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick Crumbling On Lower Edge Of Outer Pad (1.1.13 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Exhaust System Corroded

Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output Both Front Headlamps (4.1.4 (b))

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

Nearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Offside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Both Rear (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 30 Sep 2021 81,364 miles
Fail 20 Sep 2021 81,358 miles

Front Registration plate inscription illegible (0.1 (b))

Offside Front Power steering component leaking from rack (2.1.5 (a))

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

Pass 4 Sep 2020 79,254 miles

Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 27 Aug 2019 78,607 miles

Direction indicator switch appears to be intermittently faulty

Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

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

dashboard displays shows "limited performance " message

exhaust bolt missing at front of particulate filter

Pass 17 Aug 2018 76,702 miles
Pass 7 Sep 2017 74,461 miles
Pass 28 Jul 2016 72,322 miles

Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Pass 12 Aug 2015 70,391 miles

Nearside Trailing arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

small stone chip in windscreen

Pass 15 May 2014 67,420 miles

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

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

Fail 15 May 2014 67,420 miles

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

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

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

Pass 26 Mar 2013 65,164 miles
Pass 6 Mar 2012 58,981 miles
Pass 1 Apr 2011 48,532 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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HK08 FZN is a 2008 Saab 9-3 in Black with a 1,910cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 HK08 FZN, 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

How do I check the history of HK08 FZN?

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What year was HK08 FZN registered?

HK08 FZN is a 2008 Saab 9-3, first registered on 29 May 2008.

Is HK08 FZN safe to buy?

The MOT history for HK08 FZN shows 18 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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