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LB57 XNM

2008 Saab 9-3

Blue Diesel 1910cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 Feb 2024
Tests18 (11 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate61.1%

Mileage

158,124 mi
Last recorded158,124 miles
Recorded on23 Mar 2024
Typical for 2008 Saab 9-387,215 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLB57 XNM
MakeSaab
Model9-3
Year2008
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,910cc

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MOT History

11 pass 7 fail
Fail 23 Mar 2024 158,124 miles
Pass 28 Jan 2023 157,067 miles
Pass 10 Feb 2022 154,903 miles
Fail 15 Jan 2022 154,779 miles
Pass 14 Jan 2020 152,062 miles
Pass 5 Feb 2019 147,196 miles
Fail 2 Feb 2019 147,129 miles
Pass 20 Jan 2018 134,025 miles
Fail 15 Jan 2018 133,989 miles
Fail 27 Jan 2017 123,584 miles

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

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

Offside Front Obligatory mirror obscured but not seriously affecting the rear view door mirror (8.1.2a)

Pass 8 Jan 2016 113,647 miles
Fail 8 Jan 2016 113,647 miles

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Pass 22 Jan 2015 101,811 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Nail in offside rear tyre

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Fail 16 Jan 2015 101,709 miles

Nearside Rear wheel bearing has excessive play (2.6.2)

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

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Nail in offside rear tyre

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 10 Jan 2014 88,514 miles
Pass 24 Jan 2013 76,549 miles
Pass 6 Jan 2012 66,010 miles
Pass 20 Jan 2011 49,220 miles

both rear tyres slightly out of shape on inner edges

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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LB57 XNM is a 2008 Saab 9-3 in Blue with a 1,910cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 61.1%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 LB57 XNM, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was LB57 XNM registered?

LB57 XNM is a 2008 Saab 9-3, first registered on 23 January 2008.

Is LB57 XNM safe to buy?

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