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LB08 GTF

2008 Saab 9-3

Black Diesel 1910cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 Aug 2019
Tests9 (8 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

197,146 mi
Last recorded197,146 miles
Recorded on14 Aug 2018
Typical for 2008 Saab 9-387,215 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLB08 GTF
MakeSaab
Model9-3
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,910cc

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MOT History

8 pass 1 fail
Pass 14 Aug 2018 197,146 miles

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

Offside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 3 Aug 2017 192,718 miles
Pass 7 Jul 2016 176,547 miles
Fail 7 Jul 2016 176,547 miles

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

Nearside Rear Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

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

Pass 14 Jul 2015 162,430 miles
Pass 8 Jul 2014 148,980 miles

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

Pass 27 Jun 2013 130,899 miles
Pass 8 Jun 2012 108,725 miles
Pass 20 Apr 2011 79,138 miles

front and rear discs worn

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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LB08 GTF is a 2008 Saab 9-3 in Black with a 1,910cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

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 LB08 GTF, 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 LB08 GTF registered?

LB08 GTF is a 2008 Saab 9-3, first registered on 4 June 2008.

Is LB08 GTF safe to buy?

The MOT history for LB08 GTF shows 9 tests with a 88.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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