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IKZ 1769

2008 Saab 9-3

Blue Petrol 2792cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 Oct 2024
Tests14 (13 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.9%

Mileage

126,331 mi
Last recorded126,331 miles
Recorded on14 Oct 2023
Typical for 2008 Saab 9-387,215 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationIKZ 1769
MakeSaab
Model9-3
Year2008
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,792cc

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MOT History

13 pass 1 fail
Pass 14 Oct 2023 126,331 miles

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

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

Pass 8 Oct 2022 115,890 miles

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

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

Pass 7 Oct 2021 98,587 miles

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

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

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

Offside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 13 Jun 2020 91,897 miles
Pass 4 May 2019 80,639 miles

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

front nearside tyre slight deteriorated

Pass 4 May 2018 68,811 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)

Pass 3 May 2017 58,139 miles
Pass 2 Aug 2016 55,189 miles

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

Pass 14 Aug 2015 51,586 miles
Pass 15 Aug 2014 49,336 miles
Fail 15 Aug 2014 49,336 miles

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Headlamp cleaning device obviously defective (1.7.2)

Pass 19 Jul 2013 46,123 miles
Pass 28 Jul 2012 32,890 miles
Pass 30 Jul 2011 8,198 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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IKZ 1769 is a 2008 Saab 9-3 in Blue with a 2,792cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.9%.

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 IKZ 1769, 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 IKZ 1769 registered?

IKZ 1769 is a 2008 Saab 9-3, first registered on 1 July 2008.

Is IKZ 1769 safe to buy?

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