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LC08 UAG

2008 Saab 9-3

Blue Diesel 1910cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 Dec 2021
Tests9 (6 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

220,875 mi
Last recorded220,875 miles
Recorded on14 Dec 2020
Typical for 2008 Saab 9-387,215 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

6 pass 3 fail
Pass 14 Dec 2020 220,875 miles
Pass 14 Jun 2019 215,031 miles
Pass 4 Jun 2018 207,149 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 7 Jun 2017 191,575 miles
Fail 7 Jun 2017 191,575 miles

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

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

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

Pass 2 Mar 2016 161,993 miles
Fail 1 Mar 2016 161,993 miles

Nearside Front Windscreen has a sticker or other obstruction encroaching by more than 10mm within zone 'A' offside front (8.3.1b)

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

Pass 18 Apr 2011 87,071 miles
Fail 18 Apr 2011 87,071 miles

Front registration plate character(s) likely to be misread (6.3.4b)

Offside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

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 UAG is a 2008 Saab 9-3 in Blue with a 1,910cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 UAG, 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 UAG registered?

LC08 UAG is a 2008 Saab 9-3, first registered on 29 April 2008.

Is LC08 UAG safe to buy?

The MOT history for LC08 UAG shows 9 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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