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LB08 OEM

2008 Saab 9-3

Grey Diesel 1910cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Jul 2018
Tests8 (7 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

129,995 mi
Last recorded129,995 miles
Recorded on18 Jul 2017
Typical for 2008 Saab 9-387,215 mi

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

7 pass 1 fail
Pass 18 Jul 2017 129,995 miles

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

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both sides (3.5.1i)

Pass 6 Jul 2016 123,683 miles

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

Nearside Front Non obligatory mirror damaged ()

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

Pass 1 Jul 2015 108,049 miles
Fail 1 Jul 2015

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Pass 2 Jul 2014 89,894 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 7 Jun 2013 75,487 miles

slight chip in nearside door mirror glass

Pass 15 Jun 2012 63,820 miles
Pass 15 Jun 2011 53,298 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 OEM is a 2008 Saab 9-3 in Grey with a 1,910cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

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 OEM, 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 OEM registered?

LB08 OEM is a 2008 Saab 9-3, first registered on 17 June 2008.

Is LB08 OEM safe to buy?

The MOT history for LB08 OEM shows 8 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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