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LC08 BSY

2008 Saab 9-3

Silver Diesel 1910cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 Dec 2019
Tests13 (9 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate69.2%

Mileage

138,547 mi
Last recorded138,547 miles
Recorded on11 Dec 2018
Typical for 2008 Saab 9-387,215 mi

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

9 pass 4 fail
Pass 11 Dec 2018 138,547 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 11 Dec 2017 129,677 miles

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

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Fail 11 Dec 2017 129,677 miles

Brake hydraulic reservoir fluid level below minimum level (3.6.G.1b)

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

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

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Pass 1 Dec 2016 120,995 miles

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

Oil leak ()

Pass 12 Nov 2015 109,088 miles

Engine cover + Under tray fitted.

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

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

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Pass 10 Dec 2014 105,669 miles
Fail 6 Dec 2014 105,649 miles

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

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

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Oil leak

Pass 10 Mar 2014 86,300 miles
Pass 4 Mar 2013 65,351 miles
Pass 16 Mar 2012 48,758 miles
Fail 15 Mar 2012 48,758 miles

Offside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

Pass 15 Mar 2011 39,005 miles
Fail 15 Mar 2011 39,005 miles

Front registration plate character(s) incorrectly spaced (6.3.4a)

Rear registration plate character(s) incorrectly spaced (6.3.4a)

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 BSY is a 2008 Saab 9-3 in Silver with a 1,910cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 69.2%.

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 BSY, 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 LC08 BSY registered?

LC08 BSY is a 2008 Saab 9-3, first registered on 29 March 2008.

Is LC08 BSY safe to buy?

The MOT history for LC08 BSY shows 13 tests with a 69.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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