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LC08 DKU

2008 Saab 9-3

Blue Diesel 1910cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires31 Mar 2023
Tests15 (12 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

106,758 mi
Last recorded106,758 miles
Recorded on25 Mar 2022
Typical for 2008 Saab 9-387,215 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLC08 DKU
MakeSaab
Model9-3
Year2008
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,910cc

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MOT History

12 pass 3 fail
Pass 25 Mar 2022 106,758 miles
Pass 17 Mar 2021 99,657 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Nearside Steering rack gaiter damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))

Pass 17 Mar 2020 94,385 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Offside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Fail 16 Mar 2020 94,385 miles

Offside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Offside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Rear Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn to 3mm (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Offside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn to 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Offside Rear Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 19 Mar 2019 85,613 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened worn and lipped (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn to 3.mm and worn on inner edges. (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn to 3.mm (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 19 Mar 2019 85,613 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure and worn to 3 mm and badly perrished. (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened worn and lipped (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn to 3.mm and worn on inner edges. (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn to 3.mm (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 28 Mar 2018 77,627 miles

possible diesel leak in fuel filter area, advise further investigation.

Fail 21 Mar 2018 77,626 miles

Nearside Power steering ram(s) leaking from a failed seal steering rack leaking fluid. (2.3.3b)

Power steering fluid level below minimum (2.3.1)

possible diesel leak in fuel filter area, advise further investigation.

Pass 1 Apr 2017 69,155 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit at 3mm and worn smooth on edges (4.1.E.1)

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

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit at 3mm and worn smooth on edges (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Rear position lamp(s) has light sources not illuminating, but not more than 50% (1.1.A.3b)

covers and undertrays fitted

Pass 7 Mar 2016 60,838 miles
Pass 19 Mar 2015 51,849 miles
Pass 27 Mar 2014 45,412 miles
Pass 27 Mar 2013 37,122 miles
Pass 20 Mar 2012 26,977 miles
Pass 25 Mar 2011 20,333 miles

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

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 DKU is a 2008 Saab 9-3 in Blue with a 1,910cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 LC08 DKU, 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 DKU registered?

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

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