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LC08 UBM

2008 Saab 9-3

Red Petrol 2792cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Mar 2021
Tests11 (10 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90.9%

Mileage

172,417 mi
Last recorded172,417 miles
Recorded on2 Mar 2020
Typical for 2008 Saab 9-387,215 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLC08 UBM
MakeSaab
Model9-3
Year2008
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,792cc

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MOT History

10 pass 1 fail
Pass 2 Mar 2020 172,417 miles

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

Pass 16 Feb 2019 160,727 miles
Fail 12 Feb 2019 160,717 miles

Nearside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 9 Feb 2018 147,609 miles
Pass 13 Feb 2017 138,379 miles

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

Pass 30 Apr 2016 126,350 miles

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

Pass 9 May 2015 110,466 miles
Pass 10 May 2014 94,702 miles
Pass 14 May 2013 78,733 miles
Pass 16 May 2012 62,589 miles
Pass 2 Aug 2011 56,055 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 UBM is a 2008 Saab 9-3 in Red with a 2,792cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.9%.

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 UBM, 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 UBM registered?

LC08 UBM is a 2008 Saab 9-3, first registered on 30 May 2008.

Is LC08 UBM safe to buy?

The MOT history for LC08 UBM shows 11 tests with a 90.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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