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LC08 UAD

2008 Saab 9-3

Silver Diesel 1910cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 May 2019
Tests12 (7 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate58.3%

Mileage

227,546 mi
Last recorded227,546 miles
Recorded on23 May 2018
Typical for 2008 Saab 9-387,215 mi

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

7 pass 5 fail
Pass 23 May 2018 227,546 miles

Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both sides - just on the limit (5.2.3 (e))

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

Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Fail 23 May 2018 227,546 miles

Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both sides - just on the limit (5.2.3 (e))

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

Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Pass 26 Nov 2016 214,146 miles

Front Lower Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

Fail 26 Nov 2016 214,137 miles

Offside Rear Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure tread area uneven (4.1.D.1b)

Front Lower Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

Nearside Rear tyre wearing on inner edge

Pass 26 Nov 2015 200,294 miles

Centre Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Fail 12 Nov 2015 200,178 miles

Offside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

Centre Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Pass 26 Nov 2014 178,173 miles

Items removed from driver's view prior to test

Rear brake discs worn but not weakened in strength

Fail 24 Nov 2014 178,159 miles

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

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

Items removed from driver's view prior to test

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

Rear brake discs worn but not weakened in strength

Pass 28 Nov 2013 151,703 miles
Pass 23 Aug 2012 117,123 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Fail 23 Aug 2012 117,123 miles

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

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 13 May 2011 82,876 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 UAD is a 2008 Saab 9-3 in Silver with a 1,910cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 58.3%.

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 UAD, 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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LC08 UAD is a 2008 Saab 9-3, first registered on 26 May 2008.

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