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LA08 BXV

2008 Saab 9-3 Vector 150 Bhp S-a

Silver Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Nov 2019
Tests10 (8 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

105,101 mi
Last recorded105,101 miles
Recorded on23 Nov 2018
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLA08 BXV
MakeSaab
Model9-3 Vector 150 Bhp S-a
Year2008
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc
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MOT History

8 pass 2 fail
Pass 23 Nov 2018 105,101 miles

Nearside Front Valve stem slightly damaged (5.2.3 (j))

Offside Front Valve stem slightly damaged (5.2.3 (j))

Offside Rear Suspension component pin or bush slightly worn trailing arm bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Valve stem slightly damaged (5.2.3 (j))

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

Pass 22 Nov 2017 99,363 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Fail 22 Nov 2017 99,363 miles

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

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

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Pass 24 Jan 2017 93,525 miles

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

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

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

Pass 13 Jan 2016 82,878 miles

Offside Front wearing low on inner edge

Pass 31 Jan 2015 70,607 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Plastic sill covers over outer sills

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 5 Aug 2013 49,420 miles

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

Nearside rear tyre featherd on inner edge

Offside rear tyre perished and started to split

Plastic covers fitted over outer sills

Pass 21 Jul 2012 30,742 miles
Fail 21 Jul 2012 30,742 miles

Nearside Front wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.5.A.2)

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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 19 Aug 2011 16,624 miles

How Reliable is the Saab 9-3 Vector 150 Bhp S-a?

Based on 2,274 MOT tests across 163 vehicles.

76.0%
Pass Rate
4,822
Miles/Year
22
Year Lifespan
163
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

coil spring broken 42
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 42
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 39
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 28
position lamp(s) not working 24
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LA08 BXV is a 2008 Saab 9-3 Vector 150 Bhp S-a in Silver with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

The most common reason a Saab 9-3 Vector 150 Bhp S-a fails its MOT is coil spring broken, accounting for 42 recorded failures. If you're considering buying LA08 BXV, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Saab 9-3 Vector 150 Bhp S-a typically stays on UK roads for around 22 years. At 18 years old, this Saab 9-3 Vector 150 Bhp S-a is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was LA08 BXV registered?

LA08 BXV is a 2008 Saab 9-3 Vector 150 Bhp S-a, first registered on 27 June 2008.

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