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LC08 UEF

2008 Saab 9-3

Black Diesel 1910cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Jul 2024
Tests17 (12 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate70.6%

Mileage

130,187 mi
Last recorded130,187 miles
Recorded on31 Jul 2023
Typical for 2008 Saab 9-387,215 mi

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

12 pass 5 fail
Pass 31 Jul 2023 130,187 miles

Nearside Front Inner Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

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

Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge cracked on edge both side (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 26 Jul 2023 130,184 miles

Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm both side (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

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

Nearside Front Inner Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

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

Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge cracked on edge both side (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 30 May 2022 119,827 miles

Central Lower Gearbox mounting defective ()

Hydraulic leak, but not excessive power steering rack (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Oil leak, but not excessive oil cooler (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing corroded (5.3.2 (b))

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Offside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Offside Rear Nail in tyre ()

Offside Rear Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing corroded (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

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

Rear towbar electric not tested plug defective

Fail 30 May 2022 119,827 miles

Nearside Rear Outer Position lamp showing white light to the rear (4.2.3 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Stop lamp(s) emits other than a steady red light (4.3.3 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Outer Position lamp showing white light to the rear (4.2.3 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Stop lamp(s) emits other than a steady red light (4.3.3 (a) (ii))

Central Lower Gearbox mounting defective ()

Hydraulic leak, but not excessive power steering rack (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Oil leak, but not excessive oil cooler (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing corroded (5.3.2 (b))

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Offside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Offside Rear Nail in tyre ()

Offside Rear Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing corroded (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

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

Rear towbar electric not tested plug defective

Pass 18 Mar 2021 114,669 miles

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Pipes/Hoses/Ferrules (1.1.11 (c))

Direction indicator slightly discoloured Various (4.4.3 (a))

Engine Covers/Trays Fitted

Exhaust System corroded

Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2x (5.2.3 (e))

Front Windscreen wiper blade defective 2x (3.4 (b) (i))

Fuel pipes corroded

Offside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Nail in tyre ()

Oil Leak

Various Shock Absorber casings corroded

Washer Bottle cap missing

Fail 18 Mar 2021 114,669 miles

Fuel pipes corroded

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Pipes/Hoses/Ferrules (1.1.11 (c))

Direction indicator slightly discoloured Various (4.4.3 (a))

Engine Covers/Trays Fitted

Exhaust System corroded

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

Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2x (5.2.3 (e))

Front Windscreen wiper blade defective 2x (3.4 (b) (i))

Offside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Nail in tyre ()

Oil Leak

Various Shock Absorber casings corroded

Washer Bottle cap missing

Pass 24 Dec 2019 111,578 miles

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Pipes/Ferrules/hoses various (1.1.11 (c))

Fuel Pipe/s corroded ()

Washer reservoir cap missing

engine cover/ tray fitted

oil leak

Pass 1 Sep 2018 108,201 miles
Pass 24 Mar 2017 103,454 miles
Pass 24 Mar 2016 94,034 miles
Fail 24 Mar 2016 44,034 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)

Fuel system component leaking diesel filter (7.2.3)

Offside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Pass 20 Mar 2015 85,024 miles
Fail 20 Mar 2015 85,024 miles

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

Pass 1 Apr 2014 72,770 miles
Pass 26 Jun 2013 62,543 miles

both rear tyres worn inner edges

Pass 26 Jun 2012 46,263 miles

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

Pass 3 May 2011 28,915 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 UEF is a 2008 Saab 9-3 in Black with a 1,910cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70.6%.

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 UEF, 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 UEF registered?

LC08 UEF is a 2008 Saab 9-3, first registered on 19 May 2008.

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