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LB08 GUA

2008 Saab 9-3

Grey Diesel 1910cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 Dec 2024
Tests17 (13 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate76.5%

Mileage

151,269 mi
Last recorded151,269 miles
Recorded on15 Dec 2023
Typical for 2008 Saab 9-387,215 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLB08 GUA
MakeSaab
Model9-3
Year2008
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,910cc

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MOT History

13 pass 4 fail
Pass 15 Dec 2023 151,269 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (d))

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

Offside Rear Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (d))

Pass 15 Dec 2022 146,306 miles

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

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

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

Rear Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect both (5.3.2 (d))

Fail 15 Dec 2022 146,306 miles

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

Nearside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

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

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

Rear Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect both (5.3.2 (d))

Pass 14 Dec 2021 140,864 miles
Pass 14 Dec 2020 136,192 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Pass 14 Jun 2019 129,892 miles

Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Pass 1 Jun 2018 122,081 miles
Fail 31 May 2018 122,081 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 6 Jun 2017 111,303 miles
Fail 6 Jun 2017 111,303 miles

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

Pass 6 Jun 2016 93,609 miles
Pass 5 Jun 2015 82,030 miles

Both rear tyres are cracking in tread.

Windscreen is ditry and wipers are not clearing it tidy.

Pass 6 Jun 2014 66,109 miles
Pass 7 Jun 2013 52,430 miles
Fail 17 May 2012 37,450 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 17 May 2012 37,450 miles
Pass 24 May 2011 25,033 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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LB08 GUA is a 2008 Saab 9-3 in Grey with a 1,910cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.5%.

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 GUA, 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 GUA registered?

LB08 GUA is a 2008 Saab 9-3, first registered on 31 May 2008.

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