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LC08 DND

2008 Saab 9-3

Black Diesel 1910cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Apr 2018
Tests10 (7 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate70%

Mileage

194,685 mi
Last recorded194,685 miles
Recorded on28 Apr 2017
Typical for 2008 Saab 9-387,215 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLC08 DND
MakeSaab
Model9-3
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,910cc

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MOT History

7 pass 3 fail
Pass 28 Apr 2017 194,685 miles

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

Oil leak ()

Fail 26 Apr 2017 194,676 miles

Nearside Front wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.5.A.2)

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

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

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Nearside Headlamp aim too low PRS (1.8)

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

Offside Headlamp aim too low PRS (1.8)

Oil leak ()

wipers cannot be tested due to washers not working

Pass 20 Apr 2016 180,617 miles

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

Pass 28 Apr 2015 163,350 miles

N/S/R tyre sidewall damaged but not showing cords

Small chip on windscreen

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Fail 27 Apr 2015 163,349 miles

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

Offside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

N/S/R tyre sidewall damaged but not showing cords

Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Small chip on windscreen

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 22 Apr 2014 156,850 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

offside rear tyre worn on outer edge

Pass 25 Mar 2013 140,075 miles

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

Pass 29 Mar 2012 120,511 miles
Fail 29 Mar 2012 120,511 miles

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

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

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

Pass 9 Apr 2011 100,332 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 DND is a 2008 Saab 9-3 in Black with a 1,910cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70%.

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 DND, 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 DND registered?

LC08 DND is a 2008 Saab 9-3, first registered on 11 April 2008.

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