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LD08 BAO

2008 Saab 9-3

Silver Diesel 2171cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 Feb 2024
Tests15 (13 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate86.7%

Mileage

222,006 mi
Last recorded222,006 miles
Recorded on13 Feb 2023
Typical for 2008 Saab 9-387,215 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLD08 BAO
MakeSaab
Model9-3
Year2008
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,171cc

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MOT History

13 pass 2 fail
Pass 13 Feb 2023 222,006 miles

Both rear brake discs worn

Brake pad(s) wearing thin Both rear (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Offside Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated Both inner (6.1.7 (g) (i))

Pass 14 Feb 2022 199,559 miles

Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases flexi (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 4 Jan 2021 174,084 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened and rear (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Coil spring worn (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 8 Oct 2019 156,574 miles

Nearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 20 Oct 2018 116,140 miles
Pass 19 Jul 2017 96,322 miles
Pass 29 Jun 2016 77,036 miles

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

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened and rear (3.5.1i)

Pass 2 Jul 2015 68,115 miles
Pass 30 Jun 2014 64,347 miles
Pass 4 Jul 2013 62,106 miles
Fail 14 Jun 2012 59,409 miles

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Pass 14 Jun 2012 59,409 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Pass 30 Jun 2011 59,327 miles
Pass 22 Feb 2011 54,082 miles
Fail 22 Feb 2011 54,082 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside 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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LD08 BAO is a 2008 Saab 9-3 in Silver with a 2,171cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.7%.

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 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 LD08 BAO, 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 LD08 BAO registered?

LD08 BAO is a 2008 Saab 9-3, first registered on 27 March 2008.

Is LD08 BAO safe to buy?

The MOT history for LD08 BAO shows 15 tests with a 86.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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