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LB08 ODS

2008 Saab 9-3

Black Diesel 1796cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Sep 2018
Tests9 (7 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

117,872 mi
Last recorded117,872 miles
Recorded on8 Sep 2017
Typical for 2008 Saab 9-387,215 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLB08 ODS
MakeSaab
Model9-3
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

7 pass 2 fail
Pass 8 Sep 2017 117,872 miles
Fail 4 Sep 2017 117,872 miles

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

Nearside Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Nearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b) DANGEROUS

Pass 22 Aug 2016 102,987 miles
Pass 24 Aug 2015 89,771 miles
Pass 15 Aug 2014 79,139 miles
Pass 18 Jul 2013 71,979 miles
Fail 16 Jul 2013 71,951 miles

Nearside Front Road wheel cracked (4.2.A.1a) DANGEROUS

Pass 25 Jul 2012 64,444 miles
Pass 28 Jul 2011 54,927 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 ODS is a 2008 Saab 9-3 in Black with a 1,796cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

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 ODS, 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 ODS registered?

LB08 ODS is a 2008 Saab 9-3, first registered on 19 June 2008.

Is LB08 ODS safe to buy?

The MOT history for LB08 ODS shows 9 tests with a 77.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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