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LC08 BNK

2008 Saab 9-3

Silver Diesel 1910cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 Mar 2019
Tests11 (8 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate72.7%

Mileage

133,036 mi
Last recorded133,036 miles
Recorded on7 Mar 2018
Typical for 2008 Saab 9-387,215 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLC08 BNK
MakeSaab
Model9-3
Year2008
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,910cc

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MOT History

8 pass 3 fail
Pass 7 Mar 2018 133,036 miles

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

Front front subframe corroded

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

Rear Upper Sub-frame rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Rear tyres perished

brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened all round (3.5.1i)

rear parking (secondary) brake imbalance requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.6b)

Pass 25 Apr 2017 127,878 miles
Fail 25 Apr 2017 127,878 miles

Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 7 Apr 2016 122,972 miles

Offside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt inner (2.5.C.1a)

surface corrosion rear brake discs

Fail 7 Apr 2016 122,972 miles

Centre Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Offside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt inner (2.5.C.1a)

surface corrosion rear brake discs

Pass 10 Apr 2015 106,502 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

emissions too clean too test

Fail 10 Apr 2015 106,502 miles

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

emissions too clean too test

Pass 2 Apr 2014 79,668 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 16 Apr 2013 55,037 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Pass 19 Apr 2012 34,791 miles
Pass 11 Mar 2011 27,674 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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LC08 BNK is a 2008 Saab 9-3 in Silver with a 1,910cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.7%.

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 LC08 BNK, 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 LC08 BNK registered?

LC08 BNK is a 2008 Saab 9-3, first registered on 31 March 2008.

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