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LC08 UBW

2008 Saab 9-3

Black Diesel 1910cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Jan 2022
Tests15 (10 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

209,100 mi
Last recorded209,100 miles
Recorded on22 Jan 2021
Typical for 2008 Saab 9-387,215 mi

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

10 pass 5 fail
Pass 22 Jan 2021 209,100 miles
Fail 21 Jan 2021 209,095 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 20 Jan 2020 199,895 miles
Fail 14 Jan 2020 199,894 miles

Exhaust emissions exceed manufacturer's specified limit (8.2.2.2 (a))

Pass 21 Jan 2019 179,464 miles
Fail 18 Jan 2019 179,105 miles

Offside Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))

Pass 19 Jan 2018 148,341 miles

Rear Exhaust heat shield above back box insecure.

Fail 12 Jan 2018 147,679 miles

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

Rear Exhaust heat shield above back box insecure.

Pass 23 Jan 2017 125,079 miles

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

nearside rear wheel bearing dry

Pass 30 Oct 2015 92,147 miles

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

Pass 3 Nov 2014 83,038 miles

Outer sill covers fitted

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Fail 3 Nov 2014 83,038 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Outer sill covers fitted

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 6 Nov 2013 74,460 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Outer sill covers fitted

Service due warning on

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 9 Nov 2012 68,097 miles

Front and rear brake discs and pads slightly worn

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

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

Outer sill and lower enigne covers fitted

Pass 17 Aug 2011 57,336 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 UBW is a 2008 Saab 9-3 in Black with a 1,910cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 15 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 UBW, 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 UBW registered?

LC08 UBW is a 2008 Saab 9-3, first registered on 15 May 2008.

Is LC08 UBW safe to buy?

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