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LG08 LWT

2008 Saab 9-3

Red Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Aug 2025
Tests15 (14 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.3%

Mileage

197,684 mi
Last recorded197,684 miles
Recorded on31 Jul 2024
Typical for 2008 Saab 9-387,215 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLG08 LWT
MakeSaab
Model9-3
Year2008
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

14 pass 1 fail
Pass 31 Jul 2024 197,684 miles

Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

rear wheel arches corroded

Pass 26 Jul 2023 185,322 miles

rear wheel arches corroded

Pass 17 Aug 2022 175,103 miles

Exhaust flexi-section deteriorated

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

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

Pass 11 Aug 2021 163,168 miles

Offside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 20 Feb 2020 149,881 miles

Offside Rear Position lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.2.1 (a) (i))

Fail 19 Feb 2020 149,862 miles

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.2.2 (g))

Exhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))

Exhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))

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

Offside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Position lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.2.1 (a) (i))

Pass 6 Mar 2019 140,086 miles
Pass 6 Mar 2018 129,965 miles
Pass 7 Mar 2017 120,505 miles
Pass 7 Mar 2016 110,595 miles

Front Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

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

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

centre exhaust bracket snapped. exhaust still secure.

Pass 4 Mar 2015 100,287 miles

slight play offside front anti-roll bar link rod

Pass 6 Mar 2014 89,993 miles
Pass 6 Mar 2013 80,633 miles
Pass 14 Feb 2012 70,149 miles

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

Pass 24 Feb 2011 51,743 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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LG08 LWT is a 2008 Saab 9-3 in Red with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.3%.

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 LG08 LWT, 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 LG08 LWT registered?

LG08 LWT is a 2008 Saab 9-3, first registered on 4 March 2008.

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